Infant Teacher

MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA•Lawrence, MA

5d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

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. To represent the YMCA personally, professionally and in a manner in accordance with the mission and goals of the YMCA. The teacher, under supervision of the Director of Early Education, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable leadership to the members, volunteers, families and program participants. All Merrimack Valley YMCA staff will help champion a culture of service excellence and support and advocate the mission and values of the YMCA.

Requirements

Must be EEC Teacher qualified
Maintain current CPR certification and First Aid throughout employment
Must know, understand and display full knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in the field of Early Childhood Education
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be familiar with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Licensing Regulations
Must be familiar with the Massachusetts Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Criteria and Standards
Must be familiar with the Merrimack Valley YMCA Child Care Quality Standards
Must possess and utilize excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills. Demonstrate prior ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Must have good human relations’ and communication skills to facilitate positive relationships with staff, volunteers, parents, members and program participants
Must be committed to the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s mission, character development and goals

Nice To Haves

Relevant college classes in the field of Early Childhood Education are preferred

Responsibilities

Work closely with Lead Teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum
Program responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting with supervision of children, assisting with lesson planning, daily attendance, assisting students with daily tooth brushing, assisting Lead Teacher with developing Teaching Strategies GOLD on line progress reports, daily written observation of children
Ensure and maintain quality of program that it meets EEC Licensing Requirements, QRIS Standards and NAEYC Criteria and complies with all safety regulations
Maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of the child care classroom
Keep safety as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being of all staff, volunteers, members, students, families and program participants using the YMCA classrooms and indoor/facility
By personal example, help interpret quality of YMCA Character Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
Reports all accidents/unusual incidents immediately to the Director of Early Education with all necessary documentation
Accept and perform all other responsibilities necessary for the good of the organization
Responsible for assisting Lead Teacher with daily classroom planning and instruction of EEC
Responsible for daily safety check of the classroom setting and safety check of all the children as they enter school each day
Work closely and collaboratively with the classroom Lead Teacher