YMCA of Greater Nashua | Merrimack Y Early Education Center

Full-Time & Part-Time Openings Available | $18/hour | Non-Exempt

The Merrimack Y Early Education Center provides care for over 300 children from six weeks to kindergarten. We offer full- and part-time positions with excellent wages and a strong benefits package. Full-time benefits include:

• Health & dental insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, personal, and sick time
• Free family YMCA membership
• Generous retirement plan

Why Work at the Y?

At the Y, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll discover a career with purpose. Every day, you’ll make a positive difference in the lives of children and families, while also growing your own skills and career.

Our Community

The YMCA of Greater Nashua is a leader in the region. Nashua, NH offers the best of all worlds: just 45 minutes from Boston, less than an hour to the New Hampshire seacoast, and an hour to the White Mountains—perfect for city, beach, or outdoor adventures.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Working alongside the Lead Teacher, the Associate Teacher helps deliver our philosophy of high-quality early childhood education. You’ll bring creativity, compassion, and a playful spirit to the classroom while partnering with a team of three teachers. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting curriculum development and classroom management
• Facilitating engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• Participating in staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education (18 hours annually)

This is a year-round position with rotating shifts between 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible, with the Lead Teacher, for Early Childcare curriculum development.
• Provides Early Childcare program delivery and classroom supervision.
• Supervises or facilitates curriculum activities to provide positive learning experiences for all children.
• Sets and maintains appropriate standards for children’s behavior, using non-punitive methods which teach self-discipline while supporting children’s self-esteem.
• Provides careful and concentrated supervision of play areas to insure children’s safety and learning.
• Carries out clerical, cleaning and facility maintenance duties as assigned.
• Attends all staff meetings and training sessions.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship with all other staff members.
• Interacts positively with all parents and refers questions and concerns to the Lead teacher as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned and agreed upon.
• Earns 18 continuing education hours within the first nine months of employment and maintains the 18 hours at all times thereafter

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 9 Early Childhood Education credits
• Ability to engage children with compassion and creativity
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Quick response to ensure child safety
• Vision and mobility to support active supervision
  (Reasonable accommodations available.)

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

• Relationships: Builds strong connections with children, families, and peers
• Inclusion: Welcomes and values people of all backgrounds and abilities
• Innovation: Brings fresh ideas to create positive learning experiences
• Quality Results: Delivers a high-value, mission-driven program
• Self-Development: Pursues ongoing learning and professional growth

OUR CULTURE: 

At the Y, we live our mission of strengthening spirit, mind, and body for all.
We are:

• Welcoming – Open to all, where you can belong and become
• Genuine – We value you and embrace your individuality
• Nurturing – Supporting your journey to reach your full potential
• Hopeful – Believing in you and the difference you can make
• Determined – Working together to build stronger communities