Site Supervisor- Loyalsock Childcare Center

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise the assistant teacher(s) in their classroom.
• Be aware of and responsive to various ages, developmental levels, and interests of enrolled children when planning activities.
• Plan and implement a minimum of one structured activity per day.
• Set rules and limits with all children and post in a prominent location.
• Identify children who may have special needs and assist the child in gaining acceptance among peers.
• Provide a variety of choices, experiences, and opportunities for all children.
• Demonstrate characteristics of a positive role model.
• Maintain open communication with parents and school district personnel.
• Conduct parent conferences within 45 days of enrollment, at least twice during the school year and as needed.
• Respond to questions, concerns, or complaints in a professional and timely manner.
• Share pertinent program and child information with parents and/or the school district on a regular basis.
• Act as a responsible advocate of the YMCA.
• Conduct biannual formal evaluations of assistant teacher(s) providing guidance, direction, and support on a regular and ongoing basis.
• Work cooperatively to assign duties and responsibilities of all staff.
• Communicate and work cooperatively as a team to promote the site in a positive fashion.
• Conduct staff conferences when necessary to identify problems and seek solutions.
• Actively involve and solicit input/ideas of assistant teacher(s) into program planning and development.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Completion of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and/or teaching certification in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or Elementary Education.
• The completion of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree, or its equivalent, in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or Elementary Education.
• The completion of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university with a CDA and two (2) years' work experience related to the care and development of children.

Physical Demands

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to interact with the children on their level.

Other Requirements

• Compliance with Act 33, to include documentation of Child Abuse History (Form CY-113) and Criminal History (Form SP4-164) and FBI fingerprinting.
• Biennial physical examination and initial TB (Mantoux) Test and freedom from any infectious or communicable disease.
• Ability to work with and relate well to young children and coworkers.
• Previous experience with diverse populations.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.