Substitute Teacher Pool - Early Education
YMCA of Greater Boston · Boston, MA · 1 wk ago
On-siteEducation$19–$31/hrPart-time
About the role
The Substitute Teacher- Early Education (PRN) position at the Huntington YMCA is part-time/per diem (non-exempt).
Responsibilities
- Keep safety of children as a first priority - with emphasis on an atmosphere that is family-friendly, age-appropriate, inclusive, and conducive to a quality-driven environment
- Facilitate the YMCA core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility with children, staff, and families - must be a positive, healthy role model
- Supervise children and manage transitions smoothly to ensure safety and appropriate behavior
- Work with the Lead Teacher in the design of the classroom space and maintain facility and supplies at all times
- Assist the Lead Teacher with relevant assessments on a variety of levels throughout the year by means of progress reports, parent surveys, and program self-assessment
- Provide children with a well-balanced curriculum of specific, planned learning experiences that support their social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development
- Utilize curricula which are developmentally and linguistically appropriate; provide for the development, interests and temperaments of individual children; supports school readiness and educational development; and include goals for the knowledge and skills to be acquired by children in various areas of learning
- Assume accountability for all children assigned to classroom and connect daily with parents/guardians
- Adhere to the rules, regulations and procedures set forth by the YMCA of Greater Boston, the branch location, and the Department of Early Education and Care
Requirements
- Working towards EEC certification of qualifications
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Skills in working with families, conflict resolution and public relations
- Knowledge of group process - must agree to work in harmony with other staff
- Commitment to the philosophy and goals of the YMCA
- Effective leadership skills and crisis management skills
- Excellent organizational skills