Inspire. Nurture. Play. Grow.
Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of young children? Join our team as an Early Childhood Teacher and be part of a caring, creative, and energetic environment where children ages 2–5 are encouraged to learn, explore, and thrive.
This position supports the mission of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Early Childhood Teacher works collaboratively with staff to implement, supervise, evaluate, and participate in daily classroom activities that create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
The Early Childhood Teacher ensures children are supported, actively engaged, and enjoying their daily experiences while maintaining compliance with all child safety policies, mandated reporting requirements, and YMCA standards.
Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities (literacy, social-emotional learning, STEAM, etc.)
Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times
Support daily routines including meals, diapering, toileting, and transitions
Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
Communicate effectively with parents through daily interaction and conferences
Complete required documentation (attendance, portfolios, reports, medication logs)
Participate in staff meetings, training, and program events
Follow all licensing regulations, YMCA policies, and safety procedures
Support positive behavior guidance and model YMCA values
Perform other duties as assigned
21 yrs or older.
Required to keep First Aid, CPR, and AED Certificate current.
1-3 years’ experience working with children.
Willingness to learn state licensing childcare regulations and procedures for Group Day Care Centers.
Registry Level 7 or Higher.
Ability to work cooperatively with youth, parents, staff and community organizations.
Joy and satisfaction in working with children.
Ability to work independently.
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Background check cannot contain offenses restricted by state law.
Employee Benefits Include:
Free FAMILY Membership
Flexible Work Schedule
A Team Atmosphere
Discount on Y Programs
Discount on Child Care
The Kenosha YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse of youth in its programs by employees or volunteers and will follow child abuse prevention policies, comply with mandated reporting requirements, and cooperate with law enforcement.
