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