Childcare Teacher - Preschool

YMCA of Greater Dayton•Huber Heights, OH

38d•$12 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Childcare Teacher - Preschool at the YMCA in Huber Heights, OH, assists in the planning, development, and implementation of all classroom activities. The Teacher is responsible for ensuring the children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental development within the program, prioritizing the safety and well-being of the children. The YMCA is a welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined organization dedicated to strengthening the Huber Heights Community.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Possess high school diploma or GED.
A valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and completion of YMCA Driver Orientation are required only for employees who will perform driving responsibilities as part of their role.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university preferred.
Six months experience working in early childhood field strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, and implements weekly lesson plans that fit the children’s needs, interests, and developmental levels.
Works cooperatively with Lead Teacher, Site Administrator, other staff, and partners.
Documents attendance, absenteeism, transitions, minor disciplines, and incidents for each child.
Is responsible for the appearance and management of their classroom/designated program/outside areas.
Maintains the quality of supplies, materials, and equipment in the room in a neat and orderly fashion.
Reports any broken or unsafe toys and properly disinfects toys and equipment regularly per state regulations.
Conducts the program in accordance with Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) guidelines.
Effectively communicates verbal and written reports to parents and conducts parent/teacher conferences.
Possesses working knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws and follows proper reporting procedures.
Handles discipline promptly and in accordance with the stated discipline policy.
Documents and reports to the supervisor any special needs or problems of an individual child, staff, or parent.
Monitors and assists in maintaining the cleanliness of the child care and program area.
Maintains appropriate adult/child ratio.
Fills in other classrooms when needed.
Attends parent events/family programs.
Attends scheduled staff meetings, staff activities, and ongoing trainings.
Attends in-service training events as required by ODJFS regulations and pursues continued professional development.
Remains familiar with NAEYC or NAA accreditation requirements and completes required documentation.
Conducts all required screenings and assessments within the required timeframe.
Maintains appropriate records for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns, needed repairs, or incidents that may need follow-up.
Possesses the ability and appropriate safe driving record to drive a vehicle, safely transporting up to 14 children, and to travel between locations for work-related purposes as needed.
Required to work summer months/Day Camp.
Protects confidential information regarding program participants, families, and staff members.