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Lead Toddler Teacher

Alexandria Area YMCA
Alexandria, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Make a Profound Impact on the Lives of Our Littlest Learners! Our child care center is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Lead Toddler Teacher. If you have a love for working with young children and creating a warm, enriching, and welcoming environment, we want to hear from you!

Your Role as a Lead Toddler Teacher

Your role is integral to the development and well-being of our youngest learners, working closely with our child care director to create an interactive and inspiring learning environment. Your pivotal responsibilities include :

  • Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
  • Develop and implement a daily schedule that includes feeding, napping, playtime, and structured activities.
  • Provide constant supervision and ensure the safety and well-being of children in your care.
  • Maintain open and positive communication with parents / guardians, including daily updates.
  • Work collaboratively and supervise assistant teachers, aides, and other staff members to ensure a smooth operation of the program.

19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8a - 5p

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, related field or equivalent experience is required.
  • Experience working with young children, including experience as an assistant teacher, student teacher, or similar roles preferred.
  • Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for preschool education or working with infants.
  • Experience in planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
  • Familiarity with child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Ability to pass background checks and meet state licensing requirements.
  • Full-Time Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays Plus Birthday PTO
  • Free YMCA Family Membership
  • Discounts Child Care and YMCA Programs
  • Health Savings Plan
  • 401(a) and 403(b) Retirement Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Mental Health Benefits - including free mental health sessions
  • Professional Development
  • Work-Life Balance
  • EEO Statement The Alexandria Area YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training.

    Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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