LEAD PRESCHOOL TEACHER - LICKING HEIGHTS

Buckeye Valley Family YMCA•Pataskala, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for implementing an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of preschool children ages 2½ -5. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
At least 6 months experience working with children in a development setting required
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications
Child Abuse prevention and Management of Communicable Disease training
Strong communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
Previous experience with diverse populations
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds

Nice To Haves

Associates/bachelors degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain staff/child ratio as set up by the Director of Child Development and the State of Ohio Licensing Regulations.
Adhere to all health and safety requirements as described in the YMCA Child Care Risk Management guidelines and the State of Ohio Child Care regulations.
Set up and maintain a well organized, safe and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children’s learning and growth.
Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.
Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information regarding program news, changes, illnesses and other necessary information.
Maintain accurate, complete and timely program records including but not limited to Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) documentation, attendance sheets, sign-in/sign-out records and accident/incident reports.
Assist with the recruitment, supervision and training of staff and volunteers.
Implement daily lesson/activity plans, including daily set-up and clean up.
Supervise the children, classroom, and all activities.
Report all staffing and classroom concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.
Manage confidential information.
Attend all training workshops as posted by the Director of Child Development.
Maintain updated CPR/First Aid, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse and Management of Communicable Diseases training.
Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.
Participates in required abuse risk management training.
Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.