Head Teacher

Head Teacher - Day Care

Sunbury, PA

1 DAYS AGO

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Summary

Sunbury, PA

In-Person

Competitive Salary

2 Years Experience

Post-secondary academic degree, Associate degree

No Commission

40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time

Description

Description

The Head Teacher/Head Aide leads daily classroom operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and engaging environment for children. This role supervises staff, supports child development, maintains compliance, and communicates with families.

Responsibilities

Supervise children at all times; maintain accurate counts and ratios (1:4, 1:5, 1:6, 1:10)

Lead and support Assistant Teachers, Aides, and Substitutes; delegate tasks and provide training

Plan and implement daily lessons, activities, field trips, and special events

Assist with daily care (meals, diapering, toileting, hygiene)

Maintain a clean, organized classroom and update bulletin boards monthly

Administer medication (21+) and First Aid; complete incident reports

Communicate with parents and enforce health policies

Complete required documentation (attendance, reports, developmental checklists, logs)

Support hiring/onboarding tasks and staff coverage as needed

Attend required trainings (9-15 hours/year) and meet physical demands (lift up to 50 lbs)

Keep the Childcare Director informed of any concerns

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education or a degree in the Human Services field plus 2 or more years of experience working with children. Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Job Benefits

Full-time, benefits-eligible position

YMCA membership

Paid training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for advancement

Additional Details

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