Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a lasting impact? Join our dedicated, supportive team at One 4 All Learning Center, where every child—and every teacher—matters. We’re looking for two full-time teachers who bring creativity, compassion, and commitment to the classroom.

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Collaborative and caring work environment
Flexible Scheduling
Monthly bonus
Competitive pay based on your experience, education, and job performance

If you're ready to inspire young minds and grow in a positive, rewarding setting, we’d love to hear from you!

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Breakwater School seeks an experienced, creative and collaborative early childhood teacher to join its dedicated Early Childhood team.

This is a full-time position with a start date of August 26, 2025 ending December 19, 2025.

To learn more about about Breakwater School please see our website at http://school.breakwaterlearning.org/

Position Overview:

Breakwater is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Aftercare Lead Teacher/Coordinator to care for and teach children (18 months - 5 years) in a developmentally responsive program through play based, emergent curriculum rooted in a celebration of the natural world and in accordance with Breakwater's mission, core beliefs, and teaching model.

Skills & Responsibilities:

● Demonstrate up to date knowledge and skills in the implementation of best practices in early childhood education and child development.

● Cultivate strong, respectful relationships with children and families.

● Effectively collaborate with early childhood colleagues

● Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills

● Be a participating member of our toddler to eighth grade faculty including contributing to all school-wide events that support community building, development, and admissions.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

● At least 2 years lead early childhood teaching experience

● Early childhood teaching experience in Reggio Emilia inspired and/or nature based educational program preferred Compensation:

● $18/hour

● The state of Maine provides monthly stipends to all early childhood professionals ranging from $240-$540/month based on education and experience.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references electronically to the office manager: office@breakwaterschool.org

No phone calls please.

Applications will be reviewed at the time they are received and will be accepted until the position is filled

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

BATH, ME

Salary Range

$19.00 - $20.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

The person selected for this position will be under the direct supervision of Youth & Family Director and will be responsible for providing an appropriately safe, caring, and enriching environment for the children enrolled in Y Care/Summer Camp.

In the site director role, you will build relationships with parents, school staff, students, Y team members, and manage/help manage sites in Brunswick, MSAD75, and RSU1.

In the summer camp lead role, you will continue to build relationships with parents, participants, Y team members, and manage an assigned age group.

Site Director (School Year)

Summer Camp Lead (Summer Vacation)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervising youth and presenting positive role modeling through all interactions with program participants.
Create and organize activities that will teach new skills and actively involve participants.
To meet and understand program goals/rules/procedures as outlined in the State of Maine Child Care Licensing Rule Book, staff handbook, and family handbook.
To keep confidentiality, loyalty, and practice professionalism.
Extremely reliable and dependable.
Work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing/planning needs.
Exercise mature judgment and sound decision making.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Learn, follow, and enforce local Y and national guidelines related to internal policies.
Perform CACFP and SFSP duties as assigned.
Provide guidance on school age topics/lessons.
Keep track of snacks/lunches at assigned site (snack count/lunch count and snack pick up).
Be responsible for site issues, conflicts, and resolutions.
Mandatory/active participation in community days and Kids Night Out.
Follow up weekly with Youth & Family Director
Supervise site staff and appropriate coverage to meet required ratios.
Must be proactive, self-sufficient, and highly motivated.
Presently engaged, mentally and physically.
Completing other duties as assigned.

** Essential functions may change based off staffing & program needs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training & Work Experience

HS Diploma or General Equivalent Diploma (GED), Associates Degree preferred.
Experience working with children of varied ages.
A demonstrated ability to provide structure to youth and run meaningful activities & games.

Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Certifications

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from participants and/or administration.
Ability to write reports that conform to prescribed style and format.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions that deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
CPR/First Aid certified (First 90 days)
Maine Roads to Quality (First 7 days)
Mandatory Reporting (First 7 days)
DHHS Fingerprinting (Prior to being onsite)

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

Bru, ME

Salary Range

$19.00 - $21.50 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Lead Preschool Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all children in the program and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall preschool experience.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

experience working with young children,
familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

In collaboration with the Enrichment Program Director, leads a team of assistant and support teachers to operate a preschool classroom.
Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
Nurtures children through purposeful programing; creates lesson plans that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of children and engages in and attends IEP meetings.
Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree or Associate’s Degree in ECE or a related field
Previous experience working with children in a childcare setting.
At least 18 years of age.
State of Maine childcare provider background check.
CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

Bru, ME

Salary Range

$19.00 - $21.50 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Lead Toddler Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all children in the program and facilitates peer-to- peer connections as part of the overall preschool experience.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Experience working with young children, familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

In collaboration with the Enrichment Program Director, leads a team of assistant and support teachers to operate a toddler classroom.
Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
Nurtures children through purposeful programing; creates lesson plans that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of children and engages in and attends IEP meetings.
Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree or Associate’s Degree in ECE or a related field.
Previous experience working with children in a childcare setting.
At least 18 years of age.
State of Maine childcare provider background check.
CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

Bru, ME

Salary Range

$19.00 - $21.50 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Lead Infant Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. The Lead Infant Teacher is responsive to the individual needs of each child in their care.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following: experience working with young children, familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards, current CPR/First Aid certification, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

In collaboration with the Enrichment Program Director, leads a team of assistant and support teachers to operate an infant classroom to ensure the safety and well-being of all infants in the classroom while supervising them at all times.
Provides a learning environment that is tailored to the developmental needs and interests of infants, which includes activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
Communicate using positive and encouraging language with children, frequently throughout the day, and interacting with them in a variety of ways, including through play, storytelling, and routines.
Implement behavior management strategies that are consistent with the program's philosophy, focusing on positive reinforcement, redirection, and supporting children's emotional development.
Ensure all mealtime activities are safe, supportive, and engaging, providing assistance to children as needed, and creating a positive dining environment.
Recognize and responding to the individual needs and learning styles of each child, including their cultural backgrounds and family values.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree or Associate’s Degree in ECE or a related field
Previous experience working with children in a childcare setting.
At least 18 years of age.
State of Maine childcare provider background check.
CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

Bru, ME

Salary Range

$17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Assistant Preschool Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all children in the program and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall preschool experience.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Experience working with young children, familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supports Lead Teacher and works as a team to supervise a group of preschool age children.
Assists with lesson plan implementation and program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MRTQ level 4 preferred.
Previous experience working with children, preferably in a childcare setting.
At least 18 years of age.
State of Maine childcare provider background check
CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

Bru, ME

Salary Range

$17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Assistant Toddler Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all children in the program and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall preschool experience.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Experience working with young children, familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supports Lead Teacher and works as a team to supervise a group of toddler age children.
Assists with lesson plan implementation and program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MRTQ level 4 preferred.
Previous experience working with children, preferably in a childcare setting.
At least 18 years of age.
State of Maine childcare provider background check
CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

Bru, ME

Salary Range

$17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Assistant Infant Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all children in the program and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall preschool experience.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Experience working with young children, familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supports Lead Teacher and works as a team to supervise a group of infant age children.
Assists with lesson plan implementation and program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MRTQ level 4 preferred.
Previous experience working with children, preferably in a childcare setting.
At least 18 years of age.
State of Maine childcare provider background check
CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

For more information and to apply, go to: Careers at the Bath Area Family YMCA

Job Location

Bru, ME

Salary Range

$17.00 - $19.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Support Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all children in the program and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall preschool experience.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following: experience working with young children, familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards, current CPR/First Aid certification, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supports teaching team and works as a team to supervise a group of infant/toddler/preschool age children.
Assists with lesson plan implementation and program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MRTQ level 1-3 preferred.
Previous experience working with children, preferably in a childcare setting.
At least 18 years of age.
State of Maine childcare provider background check
CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

Heidi's House Child Care Center is an NAEYC accredited center. We are currently licensed for 128 children; ages infants through school age. We have a 5 star rating from the State of Maine's Rising Stars Program.

As a teacher here you will enjoy the benefits of working with an experienced team in a well equipped space with the resources to implement an incredible High Scope curriculum. Heidi's House also benefits from the atmosphere and care you get from a locally owned family business. We aim to create a nurturing environment for not only our children, but our teachers as well.

We are looking for teachers who value the opportunity to grow and learn as Early Childhood Educators. As a team we continue to push ourselves in new directions always expanding the ways in which we serve children and families.

Requirements

We would prefer applicants to be enrolled in an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or related field at a minimum, but this is not required.

Experience working in a center environment is also preferred, but not required.

Benefits for full-time employees*

● Competitive wages

● Employer/Employee funded Health Insurance

● Fully funded Short term and Long term disability insurance

● Paid vacation

● Paid personal time

● Discounted Child Care

● 401k

● 30 hours paid training

● 10 hours paid Professional Development

● Flexible schedules

● 9 Paid Holidays

*Some benefits become active only after a period of employment.

Send resumes and cover letters to directors@heidishousechildcare.com

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