Preschool Lead Teacher

YWCA•Cleveland, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at YWCA Greater Cleveland as a preschool Lead Teacher at our Early Learning Center located at 4019 Prospect Ave! You will have the opportunity to bring creativity, energy, and a love for children to our vibrant program. As a safety-conscious individual, you'll ensure ELC remains a secure environment for all. You can embark on a rewarding career while earning competitive hourly wage plus several perks and benefits. Lead the way in shaping young minds and creating a positive impact in the lives of children in our community. The Early Learning Center (ELC), founded in 2001, provides high-quality early childhood education to families that have experienced homelessness and other traumatic occurrences through a two generational trauma-informed approach, small classrooms, and coordination of supportive services. This innovative model assesses and identifies the social-emotional needs of the children, works with families to create case plans, achieve goals, prevents re-occurrence of homelessness, and empowers families to achieve and maintain the highest level of self-sufficiency.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
Currently enrolled and engaged in a Bachelor's program in an approved related field
Minimum of 2 years full-time teaching experience with young children ages 3 to 5 years old
Thorough understanding of ODJFS rules and regulations
Current First Aid/CPR, Communicable Disease, and Child Abuse Certifications or attained through training during the first six months of employment
Successfully pass BCI and FBI background check and drug testing prior to employment
Medical statement signed by physician or certified nurse practitioner required on first day of employment
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Must be able to actively interact with children by being able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and reach above head

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Special Education
3 years full-time teaching experience with young children ages 3 to 5 years old

Responsibilities

Providing top-notch care for children
Ensuring compliance with ODJFS rules and regulations
Implementing Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP)
Crafting engaging lesson plans that align with Ohio Early Learning Content Standards
Catering to the unique needs of each child
Building strong relationships with parents
Keeping parents abreast of their child's progress and milestones
Fostering a collaborative and supportive environment
Ensuring ELC remains a secure environment for all