Toddler Teacher (Full Time)

Description

Imagine walking into work each day knowing you are shaping a child’s confidence, curiosity, and love of learning. At the Summit Area YMCA, that is not just part of the job. It is the purpose behind everything we do.

The Learning Circle YMCA is looking for a passionate and engaging Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood team. In this role, you will create a warm, safe, and stimulating classroom where toddlers can explore, grow, and thrive. You will play a key role in building foundational skills through play, routine, and meaningful connections while supporting both children and their families.

You May Be the Right Fit If You:

• Genuinely love working with toddlers and bring positive energy into the classroom each day
• Are patient, flexible, and understand that every child develops at their own pace
• Enjoy planning creative activities that spark curiosity and engagement
• Are organized and confident managing a classroom environment
• Communicate clearly and build strong relationships with families and teammates
• Thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and lead engaging, age-appropriate activities that support early learning and development
• Provide attentive supervision to ensure a safe and nurturing classroom environment
• Support children’s social, emotional, and cognitive growth through daily interactions and play
• Establish consistent routines that help children feel secure and confident
• Maintain open and positive communication with families, sharing updates on their child’s progress
• Follow YMCA policies and state licensing requirements to ensure quality and compliance

Salary & Benefits: This Full Time position (40 hours per week) is Monday- Friday, 7:30am – 6:00(8 hour shift each day) with a flex schedule. The pay range for this role is $18.00 - 22.00/ hour and is based on experience.

The SAY offers generous employee benefits that include competitive salary, subsidized medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, paid time off for vacation, wellness or holidays, a free YMCA family membership, discounts on Y programs and services including child care, continued professional training and development courses, and an 12% contribution to your retirement plan upon eligibility.

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.

Requirements

• CDA credential required or equivalent education and experience
• At least 1 year of experience in a licensed child care center or school setting
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills
• Must be at least 18 years old

About the Summit Area YMCA:

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world-class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.