Preschool Lead Teacher- Longwood Medical

About the role

The position is located at Huntington YMCA and offers a compensation range of $28.00 - $31.00 per hour. Additionally, there is a $500 sign-on bonus available.

Responsibilities

• Keeps safety of children as a first priority; emphasizes personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, families, and other staff at all times.
• Uses positive and constructive methods of behavior guidance and ensures that colleagues are utilizing similar strategies.
• Sets a tone of professionalism and efficiency while maintaining a nurturing classroom environment.
• Supervises children to ensure safety, appropriate behavior, and smooth transitions.
• Works with the Site Director regarding daily duties/needs of the program; ensures classroom and materials are properly maintained.
• Sustains and engages an atmosphere throughout the day.
• Affirms assessment of children’s progress, curriculum planning, program assessments, and communication with families and ensures that his/her classroom administration is up to date.
• Participates in a minimum of 20 hours of training per year and meets EEC/YMCA training guidelines.
• Attends regular staff meetings and Association-wide or regional events as assigned.
• Exhibits flexibility with scheduling, classroom assignments, and substituting in varied areas of the program.
• Considers exceptional attendance at work, promptness for shift, and reliability as core work ethic.
• Knowledgeable in and adheres to the rules, regulations, and procedures set forth by the YMCA of Greater Boston and the Department of Early Education and Care.
• Active in branch-related activities and communicates regularly with other department staff.
• Participates in some manner in the Annual Campaign.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Lead Teacher qualified by the Department of Early Education and Care standards.
• Bachelor's Degree Required.
• First Aid and CPR certified within the first 6 months of employment.

Qualifications

• Excellent skills in working with families, conflict resolution, and community relations.
• Knowledge of group process with ability to make contributions to a positive team dynamic.
• Commitment to the philosophy and goals of the YMCA.
• Effective leadership skills and crisis management skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Skills

• Knowledgeable in and adheres to the rules, regulations, and procedures set forth by the YMCA of Greater Boston and the Department of Early Education and Care.
• Active in branch-related activities and communicates regularly with other department staff.
• Participates in some manner in the Annual Campaign.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Why work at the Y? The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
• Developing a healthy work/life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%.
• (see eligibility requirement)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time).