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The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking au00a0Before and After School Lead Teacheru00a0to join our team.The YMCAu00a0focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.u00a0As theu00a0Before and After Lead Teacher, you will support the YMCA Child Care Program year-round to serve our community with a variety of activity options to explore and develop interests and talents of the youth with a focus on safety, health, social growth, and academic enhancement foru00a0children to have fun and thrive in our care.u00a0Key Responsibilities:- Conduct parent conferences, and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.- Work closely with the program director and branch leadership team to advocate for team needs and collaborate on partnership opportunities when appropriate.- Provide feedback and deliver on the onboarding of new site staff; implement training guidelines, including shadowing and coaching new staff during the program.- Ensure the program maintains conformance with all YMCA policies and procedures and the Washington Administrative Code.- Promote a positive environment that fosters fun, safety, and our YMCA values which includes implementation of proximity praise, specific action compliments, and our 8 Points of Leadership.- Attend and participates in family nights and program activities.Are you a good fit?You enjoy working with school-aged children and have previous experience working with children in a childcare setting.You are at least 21 years old.You have two years of full-time management experience (preferred).You have 12 or more college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, and Elementary Education or equivalent educational background in courses relating to early learning or child development.You are committed to completing STARS training within 60 days of hire and will complete all WA State educational requirements within 4 years from hire (the YMCA will support you in achieving this state requirement).