Part Time Closing Pre K Teacher

Whatcom Family YMCA•Bellingham, WA

3d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA Early Learning Center at Millworks (about 6 blocks from our main YMCA downtown location) is currently seeking an assistant PreK teacher to close the classroom each day. This is a part time position, Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Applicants must be able to work this schedule each day, including into the summer. It's a great position for college students or those who only want to work part time hours in a classroom setting. PreK is a classroom with up to 20 children, ages 4-5. The closing teacher is responsible for making sure the classroom is shut down properly for the evening, communicating with parents at the end of the day, cleaning duties at the end of the night (6-6:30 pm), as well as normal day-to-day classroom activities and behavior management. Applicants should have some experience working with children in the age range of 3-6 years old, ideally in a group setting, understand the developmental needs of preschool-age children, have lots of energy, patience, and love for this age, as well as the desire to be a part of a classroom team! If this sounds like a position you would excel in, please review the job description below and send in your application! POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Closing Pre-K Teacher at the Whatcom Family YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises the children, classroom, and all program activities. Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y; makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records. Works alongside the Lead Teacher and other classroom teachers to engage children in a play-based curriculum, with an emphasis on social-emotional development; and arrange the environment using the ECERS environmental rating scale. Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth. Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences. Assists the Lead Teacher in collecting documentation for use in child assessment and portfolios. Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; connects families to the Y. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. Completes and records daily cleaning list, consistently cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing classroom materials and surfaces. Administers first aid, completes accident forms, and notifies the Lead Teacher, Program Supervisor, or Director. Follows organizations policies and procedures regarding protecting youth from abuse; including screening and selection, training and supervision, and responding to allegations. Communicate to all staff and volunteers the organizations commitment to protect youth from abuse. Follows mandated reporting requirements. OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY: Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of changemakers for our country. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older and a high school graduate (or equivalent).
Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
Previous experience with diverse populations.
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
Current CPR (Adult, Infant & Child) and First Aid, AED certifications.
Complete Praesidium Child Abuse prevention training within 15 days of hire.
STARS 30 Hour Childcare Basic Training (Must be completed within 3 months of hire date)
Must have or be in the process of obtaining the following: ___ Negative TB Test ___ HIV/Bloodborne Pathogen training ___ Safe Sleep ___ MERIT ID account ___ Food Handlers Card ___ Cleared Portable Background Check from MERIT ___ MMR Immunization Record
Willingness to obtain the ECE initial certificate or equivalent (approximately 12 credits).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises the children, classroom, and all program activities.
Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y; makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records.
Works alongside the Lead Teacher and other classroom teachers to engage children in a play-based curriculum, with an emphasis on social-emotional development; and arrange the environment using the ECERS environmental rating scale.
Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth.
Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences.
Assists the Lead Teacher in collecting documentation for use in child assessment and portfolios.
Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; connects families to the Y.
Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
Completes and records daily cleaning list, consistently cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing classroom materials and surfaces.
Administers first aid, completes accident forms, and notifies the Lead Teacher, Program Supervisor, or Director.
Follows organizations policies and procedures regarding protecting youth from abuse; including screening and selection, training and supervision, and responding to allegations.
Communicate to all staff and volunteers the organizations commitment to protect youth from abuse.
Follows mandated reporting requirements.