Lead Early Learning Teacher

The Granite YMCA is seeking Lead Teachers to join our Early Learning team! This is a key leadership role for someone passionate about early childhood education, curriculum development, and staff mentorship. As a Lead Teacher, you will oversee a classroom, guide staff, and ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.

With opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact, this role is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator ready to take on leadership responsibilities in the classroom.

Why Join Us?

Leadership role in a supportive, team-oriented environment

Paid training and professional development opportunities

Opportunities for growth and advancement within the YMCA

Meaningful work supporting children, families, and staff

Responsibilities

Develop and implement curriculum and programming that meets YMCA standards and NH State Licensing requirements

Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children

Build positive relationships with children and families; maintain confidentiality

Conduct regular observations and assessments to adapt curriculum to children’s needs and provide bi-annual reports to families

Lead daily classroom activities, including setup, snack/meals, and cleanup

Supervise, mentor, and guide classroom staff, including Assistant and Associate Teachers

Communicate expectations, share weekly classroom plans, and provide timely feedback

Model professional behavior and set the standard for staff performance and expectations

Collaborate on curriculum planning, space organization, schedules, and supply needs

Contribute to a positive, flexible, and collaborative team culture

Qualifications:

Must meet State of New Hampshire licensing requirements for Lead Teacher

CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain)

Experience in early childhood education with curriculum planning and classroom leadership

Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills

Positive, patient, and nurturing approach to children and staff

Benefits & Perks:

Free YMCA family membership

Paid training and professional development opportunities

Opportunities for career growth within the YMCA

Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools

Employee discounts on programs, childcare, and more

Paid time off

Flexible, supportive work environment

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance