Preschool Teacher- Early Learning

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides guidance for staff overseeing the activities of several groups of children. Supervises a group of children. Promotes a positive environment for children, parents and staff. Demonstrates an understanding of the developmental needs of children and families, and strong communication skills. Exhibits good judgment, and the ability to create an inclusive environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Plans and implements program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA. Coordinates activities, which fit the children’s developmental needs. - Provides leadership for staff overseeing the activities of several groups of children. - Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety, and to provide for a positive experience for each child. - Communicates with and maintains positive relationships with families. May conduct conferences. - Provides day-to-day leadership to staff and volunteers. - Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures. - Provides assistance to supervisor and may fill-in during temporary absences. - Maintains ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, cleanliness, and learning environment of site. - Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. - Assists in recruitment of members for the Parent Advisory Group. - Demonstrate the "Character Counts" values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility in all your dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

- 18 years of age or older. - Current state approved first-aid certification. * - Current state approved community CPR certification. * - TB test by the Manitou method. ** - Early Childhood programs: 12 or more college quarter credits in early childhood/child development, or possesses an equivalent educational background, or is a certified child development associate (preferred). - Experience in working with children the same age as those to be supervised. - One year of experience or more in program planning preferred. - Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

- Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.