Description

Are you passionate about caring for, nurturing, and mentoring children? If so, we would love to talk to you! The Y offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including free membership, and the opportunity to be part of a supportive team of dedicated professionals committed to strengthening community. 

Under the supervision of the Lead Teacher and Director, the Associate Teacher provides direction for the classroom and implements the program curriculum while providing a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring while using a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) lens. At the Y our focus is on youth development, and we strive to nurture the potential of every child in our community. Our program is licensed by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services and holds an honorable Licensed Plus accreditation for quality. 

Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you!

Essential Functions of the Associate Teacher

1. Implements curriculum within the established guidelines. 
2. Assists with designing and implementing daily lesson/activity plans. 
3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities. 
4. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child. 
5. Conducts parent conferences with the Lead Teacher and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers.
6. Maintains program site and equipment. 
7. Maintains required program records. 
8. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training (18 hours per year) 

Benefits of the Associate Teacher 

All full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: 

• Health, dental, life and supplemental insurance options
• Generous PTO, including floating holidays and vacation time that accrues monthly 

All full and part-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Membership to the Y 
• Flexible schedules 
• Professional development opportunities 
• 401a retirement plan with company match, plus option to contribute to a 403b retirement savings account 
• The opportunity to work for a mission-driven organization and to make a real difference in the lives of others in your community 

Requirements

1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law; 9 ECE Credits.
2. At least 18 years of age
3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks) of hire date.
4. Health form completed within the 30 days (about 4 and a half weeks) of hire date; renewed every 3 years.
5. At least 1 year of experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred. 
6. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities. 

About Us 

The Keene Family YMCA is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, committed to strengthening our community through programs and services focused on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. We are only impactful in our work when we have dedicated, knowledgeable, passionate staff who believe in our cause. 

Perhaps YOU are the cause-driven leader we are looking for that can build personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the four-character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and responding to all member and community inquiries in a timely manner. 

All positions require passing a background check. 

The Keene Family YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital or family status.