THE YWCA IS ON A MISSION.

Founded in 1929, the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester has been at the forefront of change for women and people of color.
We are dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Our work focuses on three signature areas:
Empowerment & Economic Advancement: We work to address the unique needs of those living in poverty and strive for outcomes that increase emotional and economic self-sufficiency. We provide women, children and families with economic empowerment programs annually with our GEMS, Women’s Residence, Childcare Programs, and more.
YWCA also has an ongoing commitment – truly, a mandate of our mission – to provide leadership development opportunities to our community women and girls.
Health & Wellness: We provide over 7,500 children women and families with health and wellness programs annually with our Aquatics Programs, Gymnastics Programs, Courthouse and Supervised Visitation Programs, Services for People with Developmental Disabilities, Health Resources and more.
Racial Justice: YWCA’s approach to racial justice goes beyond changing hearts and minds. We strive to transform communities, systems, and public policy.
For more than 90 years, our YWCA has been making a difference in the lives of women, children and families in White Plains and Westchester.
Our mission is real, genuine, and authentically pursued by the entire staff. We are positioned for IMPACT.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Toddler Head Teacher at the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester, you’ll do more than supervise young children—you’ll nurture their independence, curiosity, and growing sense of self. Using The Creative Curriculum® for Toddlers and Twos, you’ll design intentional, play-based experiences that support emerging language, problem-solving, motor skills, and social-emotional growth. Each day, you’ll guide routines like meals, toileting, and transitions with patience and consistency, while sparking learning through storytelling, art, music, and movement. You’ll partner with families to support milestones such as early communication, self-help skills, and peer relationships, all while advancing our mission of equity and excellence in early childhood education.

EDUCATION:

• Minimum: Infant/Toddler CDA credential
• Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 2 years of experience working with toddlers in a licensed early childhood setting (required)
• Understanding of toddler development, including language acquisition, social-emotional learning, and emerging independence

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of toddler development and curriculum planning
• Strong observation, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and colleagues

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 40 pounds as needed
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods
• Work in a childcare environment with exposure to childhood illnesses and cleaning agents
• Maintain alertness in a busy, sometimes noisy, classroom setting