Pre-K Counts Lead Teacher

**Lead Teacher - Pre-K Counts** *Bethlehem, PA | Full Time, Hourly; Monday-Friday 7:30am/8:00am-4:30am/5:00pm; Year-Round | $18.00-$22.00 per hour* **Have an ECE degree and looking for your new work family? Join our team at our Bethlehem** **YMCA Child Care Center working with community kids in a fun & diverse work environment.** We are looking for a certified teacher passionate about serving kids, making a difference in the community and having fun! Our outstanding staff receive a free Y membership with full access to branch amenities and up to 100% off child care and summer camp programs. **Some rewards for joining our team:** - Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! - Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances - Generous Paid Time Off + 6 paid holidays throughout the year - Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! - Supplemental insurance benefits **What is needed for this job:** - CDA or 60 post secondary credits (associates degree in any domain preferred) - 2+ years of documented experience working with children - Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment - 18+ years of age **The responsibilities we will trust you with:** - Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn and foster independence - Being patient and kind with our parents - Providing a safe and warm environment **What you can expect:** - Support from an amazing team - Opportunities to learn & grow - Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger **YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer** All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply **Let's discuss!** We want to meet you. Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.