Pre-K Teacher (Full Time)

Imagine going to work each day knowing you are helping children build the skills and confidence they need for kindergarten and beyond. At The Learning Circle YMCA, it's more than just a job. It's an opportunity to inspire a love of learning while preparing young children for their next big milestone.

The Learning Circle YMCA, a branch of the Summit Area YMCA, is seeking a caring, energetic, and dedicated Pre-K Teacher to join our team. Teachers play a vital role in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment where children develop the academic, social, emotional, and problem-solving skills needed for a successful transition to kindergarten. Working alongside a supportive team of educators, you will encourage curiosity, foster independence, and build strong relationships with children and families.

You May Be the Right Fit If You:

• Love working with preschool-aged children and helping prepare them for kindergarten
• Have experience working in a preschool, childcare, or early childhood classroom setting
• Are patient, encouraging, and passionate about early learning
• Enjoy planning creative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and coworkers
• Have strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills
• Thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience for all children and families

Why You'll Love Working at the Y:

We know that caring for children is important work, and we believe our employees deserve meaningful support and benefits.

Our full-time benefits package includes:

• Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holidays
• 50% discount on YMCA childcare programs, including Infant Care, Toddler Care, Preschool, Full-Day Kindergarten, Before & After School Care, and Summer Camp
• Free YMCA Family Membership
• One free YMCA class per family member each program session
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• 12% employer retirement plan contribution upon eligibility
• Employee discounts on YMCA programs and services

Salary & Schedule

This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Teachers work 8-hour shifts scheduled between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Compensation range for this role is $18.00 - $23.00 per hour, based on education and experience.

At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.