BT Southeast Warrensville YMCA - Child Care Lead Teacher

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Warrensville Heights, OH

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About The Position

The Lead Teacher administers child care programs at designated YMCA program sites and is expected to be actively involved in childcare programming 100% of the time. The role includes creating and implementing lesson plans, maintaining site records, and carrying out additional program responsibilities to support state licensing compliance and effective program management. Travel between branch locations may be required for duties, trainings, meetings, or work in other program areas.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least two years of experience working in a licensed childcare program.
• CPR certification at the Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer level, Basic First Aid certification, Emergency Oxygen Administration, and associated safety training within 30 days of hire.
• Willingness and ability to act as a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse or neglect and follow the required reporting process.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups across social and economic segments of the community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to administer program, fiscal, and personnel policies and apply modern management skills, such as continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to develop authentic relationships and foster collaborative approaches to solving challenging situations.
• Excellent time management, customer service, attention to detail, and organizational skills; ability to multitask and handle a high volume of work.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel; experience with a comparable payroll or HRIS system.
• Ability to drive between sites throughout Northeast Ohio.
• Ability to frequently walk, stoop, bend, crouch, and kneel, and to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with diverse populations.
• At least one year of experience with Microsoft Office products.
• At least one year of experience with ODJFS licensing procedures and Step Up to Quality requirements.
• Experience with ADP, Kronos, or Ceridian payroll or HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children at all times and maintain YMCA and state licensing staff-to-child ratios.
• Use age-appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Plan and implement lesson plans and activities in accordance with YMCA curriculum guidelines and the daily schedule.
• Complete and submit assigned daily, weekly, and monthly reports, including attendance and CACFP records.
• Maintain files for policies, school-year schedules, ODJFS child day care rules, child enrollment information, and staff records.
• Provide program coverage as needed and coordinate substitute instructors with the supervisor.
• Notify the supervisor about parent concerns and unsafe conditions, and communicate ongoing information about center operations.
• Communicate when essential supplies, including first aid and blood-borne pathogen protective equipment and snacks, are needed.
• Administer first aid to children or staff when required.
• Ensure daily cleaning and maintenance of the program space and facility.
• Work with the supervisor on promotional activities and flyers.
• Develop and distribute site informational newsletters to parents with the supervisor.
• Follow YMCA and state quality guidelines in operating the site.
• Develop and maintain positive communication and working relationships with parents and program participants.
• Develop and implement family activities and events.
• Support the Site Director in ensuring licensing requirements are followed and, if needed, be named on the license.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at businesses in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a benefits plan that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Plan, retirement contributions of 9% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED