What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at HRYMCA?
The Hampshire Regional YMCA is seeking a dedicated educator for our brand new preschool program! This position offers the opportunity to become part of the Northampton community, as well as take advantage of the wonderful offerings and environment of our YMCA. Our staff receive excellent benefits and professional development opportunities. Help us build a wonderful preschool! Position begins December 2025.
Job Duties:
- Assist lead teacher with implementation of curriculum and daily activities
- Assist with ongoing observations of children in the classroom
- Provide consistent and thoughtful communication to families of children
- Attend and participate in family nights for the program
- Attend regular staff meetings monthly
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Must have high school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with children ages 2.9-5 years required
- Must become teacher certified through EEC
- Year-round availability required (including summer)
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS PENDING EEC LICENSING.
Benefits include health, dental & vision insurance, life & long-term disability insurance, a generous PTO bank, retirement, and a free membership to the Y.
TO APPLY: Email Kira at kira.mattheson @hrymca.org for an application.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20