Pre K Teacher – Certified P3 – Mount Laurel School District

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Mount Laurel, NJ

116d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is partnered with the Mount Laurel School District to provide universal funded Pre-k to Mount Laurel residents. We are looking to hire multiple certified Teachers with a P-3 certification. The State Funded Pre-Kindergarten Teacher is expected to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool education in accordance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures within the State of New Jersey as a Certified Teacher.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• New Jersey P-3 certification required; Standard preferred, can accept CE with EPP and mentorship, or CEAS with mentorship

Responsibilities

• Plan curriculum for classroom following the proscribed curriculum and ensure child centered age-appropriate lessons are offered.
• Adhere to learn through play NAEYC philosophy.
• Ensure that staff in your room take on an active role in planning, implementing and actively participating in all activities.
• Accurately maintain daily records of attendance, mobile emergency contact binders, and allergy reports for preschool.
• Ensure effective and timely communication of child progress with parents.
• Ensure that staff in your classroom maintain sensitivity and patience with the children and parents and provide care to meet the individual needs of the child/families.
• Always maintain confidentiality, and ensure staff are using correct verbal interactions with parents.
• Conduct developmental assessments on the children and follow up with Family Conferences at a minimum of 3 times per year, report outcomes accurately using the outcomes reporting system designated by the funding source (TSG/WSS).
• Ensure balance of small group interaction teacher directed activities vs. child choice activities, as required by NAEYC/Keystone STARS.
• Attend Staff Meetings/Team Teaching Meetings.
• Plan Back to School Night for preschool.
• Lead by example at all times.
• Interact with a high level of professionalism and accountability.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• 50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp).
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees