Children's Center - Lead Teacher

COUNTRYSIDE YMCA•Lebanon, OH

8d•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Countryside YMCA's Children's Center in Lebanon is seeking an experienced Lead Teacher to guide a classroom and mentor fellow staff. As part of a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, you'll take ownership of your classroom's success while helping the Center meet Ohio Preschool Content Standards, Step Up to Quality, USDA Child & Adult Care Food Program, and ODJFS requirements.

Requirements

Strong communication skills with parents, coworkers, and children
Patience and understanding in working with children and families
Deep knowledge of childcare principles, procedures, and early childhood teaching strategies
Ability to build a warm, enjoyable classroom atmosphere
Comfort taking initiative and ownership of classroom operations

Responsibilities

Owning overall classroom operations — planning developmentally appropriate activities and supervising children throughout the day
Managing Step Up to Quality documentation, staff interviews, and credentialing requirements
Attending to children's daily needs, including dressing, feeding, and monitoring activities and playtime
Supporting children's emotional, social, and physical growth and positive self-concept
Identifying signs of developmental or emotional concerns and communicating with parents, guardians, or other parties when appropriate
Guiding classroom behavior using developmentally appropriate discipline strategies
Teaching healthy habits around eating, resting, and personal hygiene
Sanitizing and maintaining toys, furniture, and classroom equipment
Keeping detailed records of observations, activities, meals, and medications for each child
Handling additional duties as assigned