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Early Childhood Teacher

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YMCA of Columbia Willamette

2024-10-04 15:49:16

Job location Portland, Oregon, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Education

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community by providing a fun, safe, and positive social-emotional experience for young children? Work alongside other passionate individuals to support and enrich the lives of our children and families in our community.


The YMCA is an approved Pilot Site for Preschool For All starting in the Fall of 2024. Preschool For All is a Multnomah County funded program looking to connect 3 and 4 year olds with free, culturally responsive, inclusive preschool experiences.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Medical Plans: Medical, dental, and vision for full-time staff
  • Holiday Pay: 9 paid holidays for full-time staff
  • Vacation Pay: 10 days for full-time staff, increasing after two years of work
  • Sick Pay: 1.5 hours for every 40 hours worked
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Childcare and Program Discounts
  • Free Household Membership to a YMCA Fitness Facility
  • Retirement Plan: 8% contribution after two years worked (must meet certain criteria).
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Career Path: Promotion to management positions from within the organization

Job Responsibilities:

A Lead Teacher will work in the program supervising teachers, aides, and volunteers. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe and developmentally appropriate classroom environment, planning and implementing a fun and engaging curriculum, and fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and the community.



  • Pass a YMCA Background Check
  • Meet all lead teacher standards as dictated by Oregon's Department of Early Learning and Care and Preschool for All including one of the following: 1) Step 7 or higher in the Oregon Registry, 2) Associates Degree or higher in a child development related field, 3) State or nationally recognized credential related to preschool (please inquire for more information) - Please include this with your application if possible
  • Current enrollment in the Oregon State Childcare Registry or ability to enroll prior to employment.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
  • Current Food Handlers certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
  • At least 18 years of age


Compensation details: 23-23.5 Hourly Wage



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