Before and After School Lead Teacher

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a Before and After School Lead Teacher at one of our Tacoma School District YMCA location. As theBefore and After Lead Teacher, you will support the YMCA Child Care Program year-round to serve our community with a variety of activity options to explore and develop interests and talents of the youth with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement forchildren to have fun and thrive in our care. Compensation: $21.35 to $26.89 per hour(Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range) Position Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service) 8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program and LifeMart employee discount center Professional training, education and certification opportunities 20% discount on YMCA programs, Child Care services, and merchandise Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: Minimum age of 21 years or older. Two years of full-time management or supervisory experience (preferred). Experience working with school-aged children, including prior experience in a childcare or similar educational setting (preferred). Completion of 12 or more college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or an equivalent educational background in early learning or child development–related coursework. Willingness to complete required STARS training within 60 days of hire and to meet all Washington State educational requirements within four years of hire (YMCA support provided). Current Infant–Child CPR and Basic First Aid certification and a valid Food Handler’s Permit, or willingness to obtain required certifications within 30 days of hire (YMCA assistance provided). #J-18808-Ljbffr YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties