Preschool Lead Teacher

Are you passionate about working with young children and making a difference in their lives? Join our team at YWCA Greater Cleveland as a preschool Lead Teacher at our Early Learning Center located at 4019 Prospect Ave! You will have the opportunity to bring creativity, energy, and a love for children to our vibrant program. As a safety-conscious individual, you'll ensure ELC remains a secure environment for all.

You can embark on a rewarding career while earning competitive hourly wage plus several perks and benefits, such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension and 401(k) Retirement Options, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and more.

Lead the way in shaping young minds and creating a positive impact in the lives of children in our community. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!

Founded in 2001, the ELC provides high-quality early childhood education to families that have experienced homelessness and other traumatic occurrences through a two generational trauma-informed approach, small classrooms, and coordination of supportive services. This innovative model assesses and identifies the social-emotional needs of the children, works with families to create case plans, achieve goals, prevents re-occurrence of homelessness, and empowers families to achieve and maintain the highest level of self‑sufficiency.

As a Lead Teacher at ELC, you will play a crucial role in providing top‑notch care for children, ensuring compliance with ODJFS rules and regulations, and implementing Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP). Your creativity will shine as you craft engaging lesson plans that align with Ohio Early Learning Content Standards and cater to the unique needs of each child. Building strong relationships with parents, you'll keep them abreast of their child's progress and milestones, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in a related field and currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program.
• At least 2 to 3 years of full‑time teaching experience with children aged 3 to 5 years old.
• Thorough understanding of ODJFS rules and regulations.

• Preferred:
  Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Special Education.
• Minimum
  
  Required:
  
  Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• Currently enrolled in a related Bachelor’s program.
• Preferred: 3 years full‑time teaching experience with children ages 3 to 5 years old.
• Minimum
  
  Required:
  
  2 years full‑time teaching experience with children ages 3 to 5 years old.
• Current First Aid/CPR Communicable Disease and Child Abuse Certifications or ability to obtain them within six months of employment.
• Successfully pass BCI and FBI background check and drug testing prior to employment.
• Medical statement signed by physician or certified nurse practitioner required on first day of employment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to actively interact with children by being able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and reach above head.

The YWCA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status, or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.