Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

The Lead Montessori Teacher supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through Youth Development Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The Lead Teacher creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes all children and families while promoting and maintaining a strong educational program in accordance with the YMCA and licensing and quality requirements.  

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.     

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees


• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)


• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!


• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.


• Employee Assistance Program


• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University


• Career development and paid training


• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00 

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement weekly lesson plans and program goals with the support of director.


• Interact with all children to encourage their individual development daily


• Maintain necessary program records.


• Establish relationships and maintain positive communication with all guardians.


• Maintain supervision of all students. 


• Provide a safe, clean, and risk-free environment. 


• Engage with the children to encourage their development and involvement in activities. 


• Maintain maintenance records, including, but not limited to accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records. 


• Greet parents and children daily and report or direct parental concerns to the lead teacher or director. 


• Adheres to all program and district professional expectations and compliance


• Use age-appropriate positive guidance to support children. 


• Follow DHS procedures and help others do as well. 


• Provide care for the needs of children.


• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures. 


• Performs other related duties as assigned.