Y Readers Teacher

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF • Savannah, GA

31d • Onsite

About The Position

The Y Readers program Teacher Assistant is primarily responsible for assisting the Y Readers program Teacher Lead in the implementation and facilitation of the Four Blocks curriculum. The Y Readers Teacher Assistant reports to the Director and assists in the supervision, literacy and social development of children ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required.
• A minimum of two years’ classroom experience in an early childhood or elementary education.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in delivering instruction, creating or facilitating interactive and educational/artistic activities, youth development, physical activities, academic enrichment, and the arts.
• Must possess speaking, listening and writing, skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
• Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.

Nice To Haves

• A college student seeking to fulfill Dept of Education Internship hrs or EDTPA portfolio requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend trainings and staff meetings.
• Support teachers in instruction according to the Four Blocks model.
• Meet daily with the teacher to review activities and ensure continuity of classroom support strategies.
• Gather the appropriate books/resources for the literacy curriculum.
• Support the classroom according to the fidelity and quality requirements.
• Set up and clean up after all classroom activities.
• Ensure 1:10 ratio is maintained throughout the literacy portion of the day.
• Proactively manage classroom behavior.
• Support the teacher in meeting the individual needs of students (e.g., inclusion/accommodations, English language learner strategies).
• Provide additional academic support, as needed.
• Build relationships with parents/caregivers.
• Assist the teacher in providing a welcoming, clean and safe environment.
• Take care of school property (e.g., space, equipment, supplies) daily.
• Collaborate with enrichment leaders to ensure literacy instruction is aligned with enrichment activities.
• Assist with pick up and dismissal to ensure student safety.
• Assist Teacher and Director in other duties as assigned.
• Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, peers and program participants.
• Assist in the Annual Campaign for the YMCA of Coastal Georgia.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree