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YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties 251226 Early Learning Lead Teacher in Tacoma, Washington
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking an Early Learning Lead Teacher *who specializes in *Infant care to join our team.
The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
As the Early Learning Lead Teacher, you will support the YMCA Early Learning Center (ELC) program year-round to serve our community and youth with a variety of activity options to explore, develop interests, and talents with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement so that children have fun, grow and thrive in our care. If hired for this position, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing services of the Child Care program within the Early Learning Center.
*Key Responsibilities: *
- You will support the YMCA Early Learning Center (ELC) program year-round.
- You will serve our community with a variety of programmatic and activity options to explore and develop interests and talents with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement.
- You will help provide balanced recreation, education, and character development through enriched activities
- You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing services of the childcare program at the YMCA Early Learning Center.
- You will maintain positive communication with parents, children, schools, and other staff; practice risk management, and develop positive community relations.
* Are you a good fit?*
Two years or more years of related experience in an Early Learning setting working with Infants.
At least 18 years old.
Have a High School Diploma or GED.
Have at minimum an Early Childhood Education Short Certificate
Have or are willing to obtain an Early Childhood Education State Certificate.
Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
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