November 6, 2024

Greater Burlington YMCA

Burlington

FULL TIME

Infant Teacher

Why the Y? Learn more here!

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a place that values you as a professional? Join the Y and enjoy a competitive salary and a fantastic benefits package! Our directors are dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative environment, providing the guidance and mentorship you need to thrive. Our early childhood program, located in the heart of Burlington is hiring full-time teachers for our infant room! Our littlest learners need someone like you to create a world where every child feels safe, loved, and ready to explore! Make a lasting impact one cuddle at a time!

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

Great Pay: Competitive pay between $17.10-$25.00/hour dependent on qualifications
Professional Development: 8 in-service days for training, mental health, team meetings, and curriculum planning
Time Off: 7 paid vacation days, 8 paid holidays, and 4 weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year
Balanced Workload: One planning day each week
Y Perks: Free Y membership and discounts on programs and camps
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus HRA funded by the Y
Support: Employee assistance, short and long-term disability, and retirement plans
Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Growth: Ongoing professional development opportunities
The City is our Playground: Our classrooms get to the unique experience of being in the middle of the city with classes having the opportunity to walk to the waterfront, beach, woods, and Church Street.

What You'll Do:

Collaborate: Work with teachers to implement quality early childhood programs
Plan & Lead: Assist in lesson planning and lead activities
Ensure Safety: Supervise activities to keep children safe
Organize: Help maintain a neat and organized classroom
Support: Assist in swim lessons, gym lessons, and field trips
Communicate: Share relevant information with teachers and the director, and address child concerns appropriately
Engage Families: Maintain professional communication with parents and guardians
Confidentiality: Keep all information confidential
Compliance: Help maintain state Child Care Licensing requirements

Requirements:

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Must have one (1) year of experience working with children birth-to grade three (3)
Must have a high school diploma or have completed a GED and meet at least one (1) of the following qualifications:
- Completion of Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate
- A completion of a three (3) college credit course in child or human development or a three (3) credit college course for school age care and education
- At least a Vermont Early Childhood Career Ladder Level One (1) or Two (2) Certificate
- At least a current CDA (Child Development Associate)
- At least a State Board of Education approved Human Services Program Certificate that emphasizes child development or early childhood education
Ability to pass federal background and state fingerprint checks.