Children Youth Programs Substitute

About the role

The Children Youth Programs Substitute will assist either the Pre-K teacher, Todds teacher, Children's Waiting Room, or Operation Hero facilitator to provide for appropriate learning experiences for students. The position involves supervising students in a variety of school-related settings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and inviting classroom environment
• Plan and implement creative, engaging, and age-appropriate lessons
• Evaluate student outcomes and communicate with parents and staff
• Supervise students in different settings
• Follow policies and procedures as outlined in the handbook
• Attend school and community events
• Meet and instruct assigned classes
• Create a classroom environment that promotes learning objectives
• Assist in implementing classroom rules and procedures
• Log work hours and maintain accurate records
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• At least 18 years old with a high school diploma
• One of the following education/experience options:
• Six credits in early childhood education (ECE) or early childhood development (ECD) and six months’ experience as a teacher
• Three credits in ECE or ECD and one-year experience as a teacher
• A national competency-based credential such as the Certified Childcare Professional® (CCP) or Child Development Associate™ (CDA) and one year of experience as a teacher
• Complete background/drug checks and comply with Virginia Department of Social Services licensing requirements
• Knowledge of curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, ASYMCA policies, and effective instructional practices
• Thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Basic understanding of technology including Outlook, Word, Excel
• Valid driver’s license
• Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks
• Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and go up and down stairs
• Must be able to be outdoors at least 60 minutes a day

Qualifications

• Attendance and punctuality: Infrequent absences, arrives on time
• Organizational skills: Well-planned lessons, easily accessible materials, safe and inviting classroom
• Communication skills: Clear and concise explanations, active listening, clear and frequent communication with families
• Classroom management skills: Effective strategies, daily routines, managing transitions, avoiding downtime, consistent daily schedules
• Lesson planning skills: Follow developmentally appropriate lessons, flexible in planning, adjusting lessons as necessary
• Behavior management skills: System to respond to challenging behavior, positive reinforcement, redirection, establishing rules and boundaries
• Record keeping skills: Keeping track of each child's attendance
• Time management skills: Wise time management, delegating tasks, keeping the class on track

Benefits

Holidays, nights and weekends off*

Pay

$10.00 an hour

Schedule

As needed Monday-Friday

Contact Information

To learn more about the position, please contact the CYP Director, Kenzie Savage by email at [email protected] or call 270-798-3077.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.