Early Childhood Support Teacher

Do you have a passion for helping young children grow and develop? Are you looking for a rewarding career as a full-time support teacher? Join our dedicated team of early childhood educators to provide a nurturing, fun, and educational experience for infants - k-prep children. The Center for Children offers large well-equipped classrooms with abundant natural light and dedicated indoor and outdoor play spaces. In addition, adult spaces provide teachers with an area of their own for breaks and planning. Become a valued early childhood teacher and experience a professional environment with experienced colleagues and a supportive leadership team. All full-time staff members enjoy a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive health benefits, paid vacation, sick and holidays, life insurance, retirement, paid training, and YMCA membership.

POSITION SUMMARY

Support Teachers work as a team to provide a safe, nurturing, respectful and enriching environment for the children in the program. Support Teachers assist in implementation of classroom programing that meet the developmental needs of the children. Teachers and families work together to ensure each child has the opportunity to grow, develop, and build meaningful relationships in our program. The center is open from 7:15 am to 5:45 pm. Full-time staff work 40 hours per week and are scheduled for nine-hour shifts with one hour for lunch.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Be 18 years of age High school diploma. Meet the licensing requirements for child care staff in a Type I child care center. Currently enrolled in higher education, preferred or experience working with young children in a professional setting. Positions start at $15+/hour based on education This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. The YMCA of Central Kentucky is an Equal Opportunity Employer.