What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Education Certified Teacher - YMCA of the North Shore -$1,000 sign on bonus position at YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE INC?
Job Details
HIGHER STARTING SALARIES, AMAZING BENEFITS PACKAGE, PAID TRAINING, AND TUITION REIMBURSEMENT!!!
Starting pay at $19 - pay scale based on experience! Monday - Friday Schedule!!
Why Work for the Y?
Join a leading employer of Early Education professionals on the North Shore and enjoy:
- Competitive Pay: $19–$25/hour based on experience and qualifications.
- Professional Growth: Paid training, development, and advancement opportunities across seven YMCA locations.
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and employer-funded life insurance for full-time staff.
- Generous Time Off 2 weeks paid vacation, plus sick and personal time for full-time employees.
- Retirement Plan: 12% company contribution to your retirement fund (vested, no match required).
- Free Y Membership: Access to swim classes, fitness programs, discounts on childcare, camp, and more!
Be part of a team that supports your career, health, and well-being while making a difference in your community!
Are you ready for a new opportunity that lets you follow your passion for working with children while advancing your professional teaching career?
Now more than ever, dedicated and nurturing individuals are needed to support Early Education and Childcare across the North Shore. Consider joining the YMCA, where youth development and healthy living are at the heart of everything we do! With expanded teaching qualifications through the Department of Early Education & Care (EEC), this is the perfect time to invest in your future while doing what you love.
We’re hiring Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Teachers to create nurturing and engaging environments for children to learn, grow, and thrive. Whether supporting infants and toddlers during key developmental milestones or fostering preschoolers' creativity and curiosity, our teachers play a vital role in building a foundation for lifelong learning.
As a teacher, you will welcome families to our center, exemplifying the quality care and support the Y is known for. Your daily responsibilities will include implementing curriculum, supporting children’s individual needs, fostering social skills, and maintaining a consistent, engaging schedule. You’ll focus on each child’s well-being while adhering to local and state safety guidelines.
Why Choose the Y?
Our Early Learning Center is equipped with:
- Bright, naturally lit classrooms with creative learning spaces.
- Newly designed outdoor playgrounds for exploration and play.
- Enrichment programs such as swimming, gymnastics, and sports.
- Access to high-quality, developmentally appropriate teaching tools and curriculum resources.
At the Y, teachers are supported, inspired, and part of a passionate team committed to excellence. To thrive in this role, you should have:
- A solid understanding of child growth and development.
- The ability to independently implement and lead a curriculum.
- A collaborative mindset to work with families and fellow educators.
Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families. Explore your potential as an Infant, Toddler, or Preschool Teacher at the YMCA—where your passion meets purpose!
To excel in this role, you should bring compassion, a strong understanding of child growth and development, and the ability to build meaningful connections with families and children. Celebrating daily milestones and fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment should come naturally to you. Success in this position also requires consistency, accountability, and a collaborative mindset.
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
- EEC certification is preferred but not required.
- Pay is based on experience and certifications.
Sign-On Bonus:
- You must be EEC certified to qualify.
- Receive $500 after 60 days of employment
- Earn an additional $500 after 6 months.
The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.
Salary : $19 - $25
