Child Development Center- Lead Teacher

Part-time position starting at $13/hr.

About the role

Oversee classroom instruction, develop and implement educational programs, and ensure a safe, engaging, and effective learning environment for children. Provide quality experiences that focus on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare plans outlining learning experiences and activities for a group of children.
• Implement the program to meet the needs, special interests, and capabilities of children in accordance with the teacher’s lesson plan.
• Ensure children's safety and know how to carry out emergency procedures when needed.
• Attend parent-child events as necessary.
• Provide a neat, clean environment for all children, including the snack/kitchen area, and monitor children’s activities to ensure they clean up after themselves.
• Attend staff meetings and in-service training to meet Continuing Education requirements established by the licensing office.
• Communicate with parents through the lead teacher and as required by the CDC Director.
• Assist with children during transitional times and changes in the daily schedule.
• Work cooperatively with all staff, communicating directly and avoiding gossip between employees.
• Interact with the children at all times, especially during snack time, group activity time, and outdoor time.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and attractive room, including shelves, closets, and drawers.
• Observe behavior of children and discuss unusual behaviors with the teacher or CDC Director.
• Demonstrate flexibility to move from one group of children to another when requested.
• Participate in special events, field trips, and special programs.
• Become familiar with state regulations and inspection procedures, as well as policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Support the program goals of the ASYMCA.
• Understand the YMCA is a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• AA in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Early Child Development (ECD), Education & Teaching, or Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting.
• Previous experience planning, organizing, and implementing age- and developmentally-appropriate activities.
• Previous experience working with diverse groups and building genuine relationships across backgrounds.
• Any combination of educational and work experience equivalent to the stated minimum requirements may qualify for consideration.
• Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage, and insurability under the Agency’s insurance carrier standards.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Position is physically demanding and requires constant bending, stooping, and lifting (up to 30 lbs), as well as walking and standing.
• Must be willing to assist in moving household items and furniture.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and use hands, arms, and legs for dexterity and balance.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to pull and push objects such as file drawers and supplies.
• Must prioritize and multi-task work and projects requiring good memory, concentration, and analytical thinking.
• Must perform safe operations of office equipment and recognize and abate safety hazards within the workplace.
• Must hear, see (including peripheral vision and color distinction), read, and communicate verbally and in writing frequently with a wide range of people from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Standard office equipment such as telephone, classroom tablet, and multi-function copy machine.

Licenses/Certifications

• A motor vehicle background check is required if driving is needed.