{"id":104580,"date":"2026-09-18T16:37:51","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T16:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/lead-childcare-teacher\/"},"modified":"2026-10-05T20:23:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T00:23:36","slug":"lead-childcare-teacher","status":"publish","type":"ch_job","link":"https:\/\/www.monmouth.edu\/career-development\/job\/lead-childcare-teacher\/","title":{"rendered":"Lead Childcare Teacher"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83c\udf1f Lead Childcare Teacher<\/p>\n<h3>Old Colony YMCA \u2013 Easton Child Care Center<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Be Part of Something Bigger! \ud83d\udc99<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For <strong>130 years and counting<\/strong>, Old Colony YMCA has been bringing people together and strengthening communities throughout Massachusetts. At the Y, children and families have a place to <strong>learn, grow, connect, laugh, play, and thrive<\/strong>\u2014and our incredible staff help make that possible every day!<\/p>\n<h3>\ud83e\uddf8 Do You Love Working With Kids?<\/h3>\n<p>Are you creative, energetic, caring, and ready to make a difference?<\/p>\n<p>If you love watching children discover new things, helping them build friendships, encouraging their creativity, and creating a classroom where they feel safe and supported, <strong>we want YOU on our team!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We believe children should have the opportunity to <strong>try new things, be curious, get messy, laugh, play, explore, and learn<\/strong> alongside caring adult <strong>ROLE MODELS LIKE YOU.<\/strong> \ud83d\udc99<\/p>\n<p>Our Easton Child Care Center is looking for enthusiastic and dependable <strong>Lead Childcare Teachers<\/strong> who are ready to bring their energy, creativity, and passion for working with children to the classroom.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2728 We offer both FULL-TIME and PART-TIME opportunities! \u2728<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf08 What You&#8217;ll Do<\/h2>\n<p>As a Lead Childcare Teacher, you will help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn and grow. You will:<\/p>\n<p>Plan and lead age-appropriate activities throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>Create opportunities for children to explore, learn, play, and be creative.<\/p>\n<p>Support each child&#8217;s individual interests, abilities, and developmental needs.<\/p>\n<p>Provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming classroom environment.<\/p>\n<p>Serve as a positive and caring <strong>role model<\/strong> for children.<\/p>\n<p>Supervise and engage children throughout the day.<\/p>\n<p>Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members.<\/p>\n<p>Follow EEC regulations and Old Colony YMCA policies and procedures.<\/p>\n<p>Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom.<\/p>\n<p>Communicate effectively with families and Y leadership.<\/p>\n<p>Complete required documentation and attendance records.<\/p>\n<p>Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>Help create a positive team environment where everyone can learn and grow.<\/p>\n<h2>\u2b50 What We&#8217;re Looking For<\/h2>\n<p>We&#8217;re looking for someone who is:<\/p>\n<p>\u2728 Caring and dependable<br \/>\u2728 Energetic and enthusiastic<br \/>\u2728 Creative and ready to have FUN!<br \/>\u2728 Patient and encouraging<br \/>\u2728 A positive role model<br \/>\u2728 A team player<br \/>\u2728 Passionate about helping children learn and grow<\/p>\n<h3>Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>Minimum of 21 years of age <strong>OR<\/strong> a high school diploma\/equivalent and meet EEC requirements for education and experience for Teacher.<\/p>\n<p><strong>EEC Teacher Certification required.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>CPR\/AED and First Aid certifications required.<\/p>\n<p>Evidence of a physical examination within the last 12 months.<\/p>\n<p>Ability to remain active throughout the workday, including sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving.<\/p>\n<p>Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. occasionally and 40 lbs. frequently.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc99 What We Offer<\/p>\n<p>When you join the Old Colony YMCA, you&#8217;re joining a team that invests in <strong>YOU!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf89 <strong>FREE YMCA Membership<\/strong><br \/>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>Competitive Salaries<\/strong><br \/>\ud83d\udd50 <strong>Flexible Hours<\/strong><br \/>\ud83d\udc76 <strong>Programming &amp; Child Care Discounts<\/strong><br \/>\ud83c\udfe5 <strong>70% Paid Medical\/Dental Benefits<\/strong><br \/>\ud83c\udf93 <strong>Tuition Reimbursement<\/strong><br \/>\ud83e\udd1d <strong>Staff Referral Bonus<\/strong><br \/>\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Part-Time &amp; Full-Time Positions<\/strong><br \/>\ud83d\udcb0 <strong>10% Employer-Paid Retirement Plan<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>\ud83c\udf1f Be Part of Something Bigger.<\/h2>\n<p>At the Y, the work you do goes beyond the classroom. <strong>You have the opportunity to make a difference in a child&#8217;s day\u2014and potentially in their life.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bring your <strong>heart, energy, creativity, and love for working with kids<\/strong> to the Old Colony YMCA!<\/p>\n<h3>\ud83d\udccd Easton Child Care Center<\/h3>\n<p><strong>18 Oliver Street, North Easton, MA 02356<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Come grow with us. 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