Charles E. Lakin YMCA PreK Teacher - Part Time

Ymca of Greater Omaha • Council Bluffs, IA

10d

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Teachers/Facilitators provide a quality experience for children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging among youth and within their families.

Requirements

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state licensing regulations
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Complete before first shift: YMCA cause & culture training; curriculum training; all required abuse prevention training
• Complete within 30 days of hire: BLS CPR; First Aid; Emergency Oxygen Administration (provided by YMCA)
• Ability to relate effectively to and develop meaningful relationships with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community, including ADA compliance.
• Successful clearance of background check required
• Follow youth boundaries policies and abuse risk management training.
• Report suspicious behavior, policy violations, and adhere to mandated abuse reporting and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging.
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Cultivates positive relationships, conducts parent conferences, and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
• Maintains required program records.
• Maintains a clean and safe program site and equipment.
• Supports fundraising efforts.
• Actively participates in program events and activities as assigned.
• Actively participates in department, branch and association meetings and trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free childcare for up to 2 dependent children (dependent upon availability)
• Free family YMCA membership
• Significant YMCA program & childcare discounts
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical insurance where the Y covers a majority of the cost, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• 100% employer-paid retirement contribution of 12% of earnings – no employee match or contribution required (after meeting eligibility requirements)
• Paid time off, sick time, emergency assistance, maternity & parental leave
• Flexible work attire – Y shirts provided & you choose your style, dress for your day
• Tuition discounts, training & development, & opportunities to advance.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule, work with great people, & make a difference in our community!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed