Job Description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Glen T MacLeod Cape Ann YMCA - Gloucester, MA 01930Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $23.00 - $27.50 HourlyJob Shift: Days🌟 Join Our Team as a Classroom Educator! 🌟
Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and making a meaningful difference in your community? ❤️📚 The YMCA of the North Shore is looking for a Classroom Educator who will bring energy, creativity, and compassion to our Early Learning Programs!
✨ What You’ll Do:
👶 Create a safe, inclusive, and fun environment where every child feels supported and encouraged.
📖 Develop and lead age-appropriate, engaging lesson plans that spark curiosity and growth.
🤝 Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
🧩 Embrace and celebrate diverse abilities and learning styles in your classroom.
🛠 Keep your classroom organized, safe, and full of enriching materials.
📢 Communicate openly with families, sharing daily updates and developmental milestones.
🌱 Mentor and model best practices for colleagues while growing your own professional skills.
✨ Why You’ll Love Working at the Y:
✅ Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
✅ Enjoy supportive team culture and opportunities for growth and advancement.
✅ Access professional development and ongoing training.
✅ Make an impact in the lives of children and families every day!
✨ Why Work at the Y?
Working at the YMCA means being part of a mission-driven organization that supports professional growth, community impact, and work-life balance. Our benefits include:
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and employer-funded life insurance for full-time staff
Time Off: Generous paid time off, including 2 weeks of vacation, plus sick and personal days
Retirement Plan: 12% company contribution to your retirement fund (fully vested, no match required)
YMCA Membership: Free family membership and discounts on programs
Professional Development: Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative team making a real difference
Competitive Compensation: Fair and competitive pay and benefits package
📩 Apply today and help us inspire, teach, and nurture the next generation! 🌈🙌
Qualifications✨ What You’ll Bring to the Team:
✔️ Must be at least 18 years old.
✔️ High School Diploma or equivalent.
✔️ Meet Teacher qualifications as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC).
✔️ A solid understanding of children’s growth and development—and the creativity to turn this knowledge into engaging, age-appropriate activities!
📝 Requirements Before You Start:
✅ Complete EEC fingerprinting prior to your first day.
✅ Keep all required documents and certifications current in your educator file.
✅ Complete all trainings, certifications, and program orientation following EEC and YMCA of the North Shore guidelines.
✅ Maintain current Infant/Child CPR & First Aid certification.
🏃‍♀️ Work Environment & Physical Demands:
💪 Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
🔄 Comfortable bending, twisting, reaching, and transitioning between sitting (including sitting on the floor!) and standing.
🌤 Willing to spend time outdoors in all seasons.
⚡ Able to react quickly and appropriately to the unpredictable actions of young children.
The YMCA is committed to a nondiscrimination policy and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.