Early Childhood Educator Certified FT -Plaistow NH YMCA -$1,000 sign on bonus - Plaistow Community YMCA

• Paid training and development
  
• Advancement and growth opportunities within our seven YMCA locations.
  
• Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.
  
• Health and dental insurance for full time employees.
  
• 2 weeks paid vacation in addition to generous paid sick and personal time for full-time staff.
  
• Retirement fund with 8% company contribution (once vested/no match required).
  
• Employer funded life insurance..
  
• Salaries range $19 - depending on experience, position, and qualifications.
  

As a member of our team you and your loved ones can benefit from a wide variety of health and wellness programs including free swim and group exercise classes, discounts on childcare and camp, and access to splash parks, teen centers, sports programs and more!

Are you interested in a new opportunity that allows you to explore your passion working with children while engaging in professional teaching practices? Now more than ever, dedicated and nurturing individuals are needed to support Early Education and Childcare on the North Shore. Consider the YMCA, where youth development and healthy living are our priority!

With new and expanded Teaching qualifications through the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), there is ample opportunity to invest in your future by engaging in what you love to do! As part of our Early Learning Team you will help create a warm, caring, and nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, and their families, and implement age appropriate curriculum. On a regular day you will develop and lead classroom activities, engage children in play-based learning throughout the centers creative learning spaces, and assist each child to mature cognitively and develop social skills as they interact with one another. You will have the flexibility and resources to create a curriculum designed to your students needs and interests. At the Y, children participate in regular enrichment programming including swimming, sports, and gymnastics! We provide quality and essential care inside and outside of the classroom while meeting state standards and maintaining the health and safety of the participants in our program.

At the Y we've created something in which you can truly see the impact we make on the people we serve every day, because making a difference is our business. To learn more about our Early Learning Programs , watch the video linked here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=it9_wgsTjig

Qualifications

To thrive in this position, you are compassionate and have a thorough understanding of child growth and development. You are able to create authentic connections with families and children and enjoy celebrating in daily achievements. To succeed in this position you are consistent, accountable, and value a team oriented culture.

• Must be 18 years or older with high school diploma or equivalent minimum education
• DHHS certification preferred but not required
• For the sign on bonus, you will receive $500 after 60 days and you will receive another $500 after 6 months of employment if you are DHHS certified.

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.