Childcare Teacher

Description POSITION SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Site Director and Lead Teacher, the Teacher will work in the classroom while ensuring a safe and enriching classroom environment for children. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Requirements Essential Functions Incorporate and model our YMCA core values into your workCommit to establishing long-term work relationships with staff, volunteers, participants, members and familiesAbility to communicate well with children, staff and parentsAbility to work independent as well as create and lead work teamsAbility and willingness to obtain and keep current CPR/First Aid certificationsAbility and willingness to perform any and all jobs in the program, including tasks of a Program AideAbility and willingness to participate in 15 hours of job-related training annuallyAbility to sit on floor or child sized chair, stand for 1-hour periods, occasionally lift 50 lbs. and crouch for 15 minutesAbility to multitaskRespond appropriately to all and any emergency situationsPerform all other duties as assigned by supervising lead teacher or site directorComplete all record keeping in an accurate and timely manner.Work with the Program Lead to design and implement a daily schedule which includes activities to enhance the development of cognitive, social, emotional and physical skills.Sub for program leads/program associates if available Additional Functions Participate in all Regional Staff meetings and functionsAbility to work well in high stress situations, responding properly to critical incidents, and act swiftly in emergency situationsMust be able to establish harmonious relations with staff team, volunteers, school districts, and local partnersVisual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situationKnowledgeable of programs monitored Requirements Must pass YMCA background checkMust be at least 18 years of age20 credit hours in Education or related field or at least 1 year of experience in a licensed child care/school facility.Must meet all standards as dictated by the state Child Care DivisionObtain Food Handlers within first 30 daysCPR and First Aid certifications or ability to acquire certifications within 30 days of employmentPrior work experience with childcare preferredReliable transportation to travel to sites across South Region (Tigard, West Linn, McMinnville etc.)Attire: Clean ‘nice’ bottoms (jeans, pants), staff shirt and name tag WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed at Alberta Rider, James Templeton, and Metzger Elementary school’s YMCA Before and after school program. At times, work will be performed outside of “normal work hours” dependent on current programs/events being offered. Work attire; clean ‘nice’ bottoms (black/khaki pants/shorts), YMCA staff shirt, and YMCA name tag.