Description

The Westfield Area YMCA has an opening for a Teacher at our Early Learning Center in the Infant/Toddler class. We offer a rewarding, professional, work environment in return for your exceptional care! Applicants must be reliable, dependable and must love working with children.

Teachers are responsible for the overall daily operations of their assigned classroom and provides a balance of activities and experiences developmentally appropriate to the age of the children in the class that fosters independence, and provides opportunities for social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth. Must maintain a safe & healthy environment at all times.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Requirements:

• Must have a CDA and a minimum 1 year experience working with children; or an Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education.
• Strong communication skills required
• Must be creative and nurturing

Pay Range: $18 - $26 per hour; rate is based on education and experience.

Benefits: 

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% contribution towards life insurance and long term disability
• Optional life insurance and dependent life insurance available at low rates
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Complimentary YMCA Family Membership
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs “Y Retirement Fund” with a 12% company contribution to the fund after meeting the eligibility period.
• A rewarding career with professional growth
• Reduced program fees and child care discounts in select programs
• Classroom trainings and CDA scholarships offered thru GROW NJ

Visit our website for more information: www.westfieldynj.org