Half Pre-K Lead Teacher; Part Time

Five Star Kids Pre‑K Program

Position:
Half Day Pre‑K Lead Teacher (mixed age 3/4/5)

Salary: $18–$20 per hour depending on education and experience

Status:
Hiring for the 2026‑2027 School Year, orientation, training & shadowing to begin in June 2026.

Hours:

Part‑time, non‑exempt position, Monday‑Friday, 8:15 AM‑12:45 PM – possibility of more hours with before (6:15‑8:15 AM OR after care (2:30‑6 PM) position. The Half Day teacher will work in full day pre‑k during the summer to get additional training within our program: July 6‑Aug 14 hours will be 6:30 AM‑12:15 PM) Holidays, night and weekends off.*

Location:

Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) Regional Office in Virginia Beach

The Half Day Pre‑K Lead Teacher, under direction of the Child & Youth Program Director and the Pre‑K Manager, will plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students. Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in various school settings. Monitor and evaluate student outcomes.

Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff and community. Develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintain appropriate records and follow required procedures and practices. Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.

• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and meet one of the following education/experience requirements:
• Preferred: A bachelor’s degree, or higher, in early childhood education, school‑age care, child development, social work, nursing, sociology, psychology, human development and family studies, or another child‑related field;
• OR An associate’s degree in early childhood education or an above noted field and one year of experience as a teacher;
• OR A national competency‑based credential such as the Certified Childcare Professional® (CCP) or Child Development Associate™ (CDA) (or at least 12 ECE credits) and two years of experience as a teacher. Leadership Training Documented leadership training if in a supervisory role.

• Complete background check and comply with all Virginia Department of Social Services licensing requirements;
• Thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process;
• Knowledge of curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, ASYMCA policies and effective instructional practices;
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, parents and community;
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills;
• CPR, First Aid, Daily Health Observations and MAT training required (may obtain within 30 days of employment.);
• Complete required annual professional development trainings;
• Must possess a basic understanding for technology to include Outlook, Word, Excel;
• Must have valid driver’s license;
• Knowledge of the military lifestyle and community social services agencies (a plus); and
• Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and go up and down stairs. Must be able to be outdoors at least 60 minutes a day.

• Ensure the Five Star Kids Pre‑K Program meets or exceeds all state operations, safety and licensing standards and regulations for child day centers;
• Develop curriculum based and/or developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities that are creative, engaging and age‑appropriate for students to promote STEAM, literacy, health and safety, environmental awareness, character development, incorporating the YMCA character values of caring, respect, responsibility and honesty, and submit to direct supervisor for review one week prior to implementation;
• Adhere to and enforce all policies/procedures as set forth in the parent/guardian and employee handbooks;
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