Preschool Teacher @ the Y - Antioch/Pittsburg

Ravi's Import Warehouse•Antioch, CA

3d•$64,896 - $81,744

About The Position

Preschool Teachers at the YMCA of the East Bay create warm, inclusive, developmentally appropriate learning environments where children can grow. In alignment with YMCA goals and applicable federal and state requirements—including Head Start Performance Standards, California Department of Education guidelines, CACFP requirements, and Community Care Licensing—Teachers support learning through the Creative Curriculum. They plan engaging activities, observe and assess children, use assessment data to individualize instruction, and partner with families to promote each child’s developmental progress. The role includes curriculum planning and facilitation, continuous child supervision, documenting children’s development and program activities, maintaining safe and stimulating indoor and outdoor environments, and communicating with families. Teachers participate in meetings, classes, and training for professional growth and permit maintenance. The position requires daily outdoor work and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Head Start requires an AA degree or above.
Current Child Development permit at the Associate Teacher level or above.
At least 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education; for Early Head Start, 6 units of infant/toddler development with a grade of C or above.
Proficiency communicating in English.
Two years of experience as a classroom teacher in Early Childhood Programs.
Experience working with children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Pre-employment physical examination and TB clearance.
Current Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificates, including 15 hours of preventative health and safety training, or completion of that training within 90 days of hire.
LiveScan fingerprinting and criminal record clearance.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure in high-stress situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other computer programs.
Ability to sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, talk, and hear; frequently stand, walk, reach, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to work outdoors daily and move quickly to respond to emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual communication skills.
Experience in a state-subsidized or Early Head Start/Head Start setting.
For Early Head Start, an AA degree or above is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement written curriculum goals aligned with the Creative Curriculum, Project-Based Curriculum, the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework, and California Department of Education foundations and frameworks.
Plan and facilitate learning activities for individual children and groups, providing direction, guidance, and visual supervision.
Supervise and monitor children at all times.
Interact with children using intentional and responsive verbal and non-verbal strategies.
Document each child’s progress in the designated online system through observation notes, photographs and anecdotal notes, work samples, documentation panels, screenings, and assessments.
Conduct two home visits and two parent/teacher conferences for each child annually.
Create and maintain stimulating, organized, and inviting classroom and outdoor play environments that reflect the cultural diversity of the classroom and community.
Build relationships and effective partnerships with families to support each child’s growth and development.
Follow health and safety requirements under Community Care Licensing, Head Start Performance Standards, and California Department of Education regulations.
Conduct daily health checks and follow treatment or intervention plans and medication-administration requirements for children with special health needs.
Maintain accurate Infant/Toddler daily records, if applicable.
Inspect classroom materials, equipment, and outdoor facilities daily for safety and perform or request maintenance as needed.
Teach and guide children in the safe and proper use of facilities, materials, and equipment.
Teach and monitor children’s health and hygiene practices, including toileting, hand washing, and tooth-brushing.
Review classroom attendance sheets daily to ensure proper parent sign-in and sign-out.
Conduct and log monthly earthquake and fire drills.
Participate in meetings, classes, and trainings for professional growth and maintenance of a current permit; attend classes to attain an AA or BA degree if required.
Maintain organized, up-to-date child files and complete required paperwork, observations, screenings, and assessments by established deadlines.
Accurately document attendance and daily meal counts in the online Child Care Food Program system.
Maintain professional relationships, appropriate boundaries, and confidentiality; communicate with families through conversations, daily notes, home visits, and parent/teacher conferences.
Attend and participate in center staff meetings, contribute to parent center meetings or special events, and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance with several plan options for eligible full-time employees.
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, with options for voluntary Life and AD&D coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care expenses.
Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs.
Commuter benefits for eligible employees.
12 designated holidays.
Paid time off for vacation and sick leave.
Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
YMCA membership benefits and discounts on programs for employees and their families.