Preschool Teacher

Great Miami Valley YMCA•Middletown, OH

33d•$13•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Lead Teacher and in accordance with the Christian mission and purpose of the Great Miami Valley YMCA Association, the Assistant Teacher is responsible for the social, physical, spiritual, and mental development of each child within their care. In accordance with ODJFS and “Step Up to Quality” standards, he or she will also assist in the planning, development, and implementation of all activities, as well as keeping the safety and well being of the children as a first priority. OUR MISSION: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. OUR IMPACT: To strengthen our community by providing opportunities to serve children, individuals, and families in a safe environment which encourages all to live healthy lives and to exhibit positive character values such as faith, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Current First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention and CPR certifications or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.
Must have experience working with children.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Possess knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages of a child.
Have proficient computer skills.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) while maintain alertness for long periods of time.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Must be creative and enthusiastic to staff and program participants.
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with families, children, and other staff.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
Ability to maintain emotional control and composure in turbulent, challenging and changing conditions.
Must be a team player, dependable, detail-oriented, maintain high personal morale performing job functions, meet deadlines, and maintain prompt and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Child Development, Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in managing, directing, and coordinating high-quality, child care programs and activities for assigned classroom and age group.
Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and “Step Up to Quality” regulations as they relate to program areas.
Ensures YMCA standards are met, safety procedures are followed, and ensures the safety and well-being of children as a first priority.
Interacts with children on their individual levels of development.
Assists in development and implementation of weekly lesson plans that are effective and fit children’s needs, interests, and developmental level.
Assists with planning and posting meals and snacks that meet all nutritional guidelines.
Manages and controls program budget and ensures program operates within budget and program fees are collected.
Implements marketing for child care programs that positively impact the attendance registration of these programs.
Assists with developing and maintaining relationships with state child care licensing agency, school administration, parent groups, and other organizations and agencies related to the assigned programs.
Trains, supervises, and evaluates staff on YMCA policies and procedures regarding the center, state licensing, interactions, supervision of children, and communication with parents.
Responds to all agency, parent, and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Documents and reports to the Lead Teacher any special needs or problems of an individual child, staff, or parent(s).
Aids in maintaining the appearance of the classroom/outside areas which includes keeping supplies, materials and equipment in the rooms in a neat and orderly fashion.
Attends staff meetings and ongoing trainings (15 hours per year or 4 5 hours per three years to include first aide, communicable disease recognition and prevention, CPR and child development classes.)