Lead Childcare Teacher
Job in
West Chester, Chester County, Pennsylvania, 19380, USA
Listed on 2026-02-20
Listing for:
YMCA of the Upper Main Line
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-02-20
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support, Early Childhood Education -
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Childcare Lead Teacher supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The Lead Teacher creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes all children and families while promoting and maintaining a strong educational program in accordance with the YMCA and licensing and quality requirements.
Who Are We?
The Philadelphia Inquirer named the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) a 2024 Top Workplace. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Perks & Benefits
* Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
* Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
* Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
* 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
* Employee Assistance Program
* Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
* Career development and paid training
* Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
What You'll Do
* Develop and implement weekly lesson plans and program goals with the support of director.
* Interact with all children to encourage their individual development daily
* Maintain necessary program records.
* Establish relationships and maintain positive communication with all guardians.
* Maintain supervision of all students.
* Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment.
* Engage with the children to encourage their development and involvement in activities.
* Maintain maintenance records, including, but not limited to accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records.
* Greet parents and children daily and report or direct parental concerns to the lead teacher or director.
* Adheres to all program and district professional expectations and compliance
* Use age-appropriate positive guidance to support children.
* Follow DHS procedures and help others do as well.
* Provide care for the needs of children.
* Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
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