The Appleton (downtown) YMCA is hiring early childhood child care teachers.
Child care teachers at the Y interact affectionately and respectfully with children.
Our teachers enhance children's learning experiences through play, language and interactive activities.
As a teacher in YoungStar-rated child care center, you’ll use positive procedures when guiding behavior as well as being attentive, flexible and supportive of children and families.
As child care needs grow in our community, so does our need for additional staff.
We are currently hiring full- & part-time early childhood teachers as assistant teachers and lead teachers with our infants (asst-qualified), 1-year old (asst-qualified), 2-year old (lead-qualified) and 3-year old (lead-qualified) rooms.
18 years of age or older.
Completed high school or its equivalency as determined by the DPI.
Previous experience working with infants and children is required.
A degree in Early Childhood education is preferred but not required.
Entry-Level Assistant Positions: Willing to obtain early childhood coursework/credentials.
Staff have the ability to complete early childhood workbooks for qualifications through the Y.
All applicants are encouraged to apply.
Lead Teacher Positions: Must have minimum of Introduction to the Child Care Profession and Skills and Strategies for the Childcare teacher or equivalent.
Teachers working in an infant room must have Fundamentals of Infant and Toddler Care or its equivalent within 6 months of hire.
An associates &/or bachelor's degree in early childhood education is preferred, however not required.
Experience of 1-2 years working with children.
Come join us at the Y, work that matters!
Full-time benefits of joining our team:
Free Family YMCA membership
Health, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off, holiday and sick time off
Discounts on programs, classes, child care, and more!
403(b) Retirement Plan & Fully-funded 12% Retirement plan
Click here to view a summary of our Full-Time Benefits.
Part-Time Benefits include
Free Y Membership
Excellent Program & Child Care Discounts
403(b) Retirement Plan
Click here to view a summary of our Part-Time Benefits.
At the Y, you can apply your experience, knowledge and abilities, while discovering new talents within yourself as you affect positive change in the lives of those around you.
Whether you enjoy working with kids, adults or seniors, the benefits of working at the YMCA stay with you for a lifetime.
Discover your passion at the Y!
The YMCA is for all.
We make sure that everyone, no matter their age, gender, race, ability, or any other identifier, is welcomed as part of the YMCA family.
We are proud to celebrate diversity as an equal opportunity workplace.