Lead Teacher

Family YMCA of the Desert•La Quinta, CA

4d•$22 - $27

About The Position

Under the direction of the Site Supervisor and/or the Early Childhood Program Director, The Lead Teacher is responsible for the supervision and management of a group of 8-12 children between 2-5 years of age, or 10-14 children between 5-12 years of age (depending on preschool location), in a manner the contributes to the growth and functioning of the children and their families. The Lead Teacher is responsible for assuring compliance with regulations of local governing agencies; and works collegially with classroom teaching team and other staff members of the Family YMCA of the Desert.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must have 12 or more units of Early Childhood Education, including core courses
2 years of experience in an ECE program preferred
Teacher Permit issues by the State of CA
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office products)
Read, write and speak fluent English
Must pass a pre-employment physical examination and TB test.
Must pass background check and live scan thru DOJ, FBI and CCLD.
Must provide immunization records showing vaccination, or immunity, to measles, whooping cough and the flu must be provided at the time of employment.
Can apply for an Assistant Teacher/Teacher permit issued by CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing preferred.
Working in State classroom, must have: A.A degree in ECE or, hold a teacher or Master Teacher permit issued by California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual in Spanish and English is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of the daily program.
Lead the planning and preparation of the creative learning environment, establishment of interest centers and preparation of needed materials and supplies.
Supports, promotes, and participates in all YMCA events, staff meetings, staff developing activities and workshops when it is determined by your supervisor that you are to be involved.
Provides continuous supervision of assigned groups of children to assure safety and welfare, observe the behavior and health of children continually throughout the period of attendance, and refer ill or injured children to the Site Supervisor.
Implements weekly group and individual lesson plans and implements age appropriate curriculum as approved by the Site Supervisor to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their care.
Provides a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children’s learning and growth. Utilize the most current Environmental Rating Scales to guide classroom environment and arrangement.
Lead the on-going developmental evaluations of children as required by the Family YMCA of the Desert and/or funding sources.
Completes the DRDP and ECERS with other classroom teachers and prepares developmental progress reports as needed.
Demonstrates cultural competency and respect for the child’s background by incorporating the cultural, linguistic and familial values and beliefs into the program and lesson plans.
Acts as a liaison with children’s families to ensure smooth transitions from home to the classroom and from classroom to classroom, if necessary.
Maintains YMCA discipline policy in the positive guidance of young children.
Reports any reasonable suspicion of child abuse to their Site Supervisor and Child Protective Services.
Maintains accurate, complete and timely client and agency records; Completes daily meal and attendance records.
Completes, or ensures the completion of, daily health checks regarding hygiene, safety, and overall well-being of the children.
Assignments at La Quinta location may require supervision responsibilities of school age children, where required
Leads/assists the operation and monitoring of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) including ensuring the practices of family style dining and appropriate hand washing.
Performs housekeeping tasks and maintains a safe, clean and healthy learning environment. Maintains and properly stores equipment and supplies.
Ensures that other classroom teachers and aides are kept updated and are included in all matters concerning the classroom and program (i.e. lesson plans, implementation of circle time/activities, policies and procedures and trainings).
Treats each child, guest and staff with dignity and respect. Maintains a professional attitude at all times.
Wear correct uniform daily with appropriate pants, shorts, skirts, etc. Wears safe and appropriate closed toe shoes.
Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers.
Customer Service – Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers
Safety – Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
Other duties as assigned