Assistant Preschool Teacher M-F

Shifts Needed: M-F

APEX Bank: 6:45am-2:30PM or 9am-5:30pm or 2pm-5:30pm

Halls Elementary School: 12:00pm - 6:00pm

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Early Learning Assistant Teacher is responsible for ensuring the care, safety, and well-being of all children in the group and is expected to provide child development knowledge and leadership. The Early Learning Assistant Teacher must plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program geared to pre-school children and be able to demonstrate, verbally and by role modeling, a sound knowledge of good teaching practices. Must have a thorough knowledge of center philosophy; policies, TDHS licensing, TNELDS, ITERS/ECERS criteria, and the ability to positively communicate them to co-workers, parents, and community. In addition, every position in the YMCA of East Tennessee is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the Y’s core values - caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

CORE FUNCTIONS:

1. Assures compliance with state and local regulations in areas of, but not limited to; DHS and Y adult to child ratio, supervision of enrolled children, and all documents needed for inspection; ensures site is consistent with Y, DHS, STARS procedures.

2. Must have a thorough knowledge of center philosophy; policies, TDHS licensing, TNELDS, ITERS/ECERS criteria, and the ability to positively communicate them to co-workers, parents, and community.

3. Helps plan and implement curriculum and program activities that is culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with state regulations, accreditation standards, and the goals and values of Y.

4. Assist in the daily cleaning and maintenance of equipment, supplies and child care facility.

5. Attends staff meetings and trainings as directed by the Y and Department of Human Services.

6. Follows Y policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

7. Maintains positive relationships with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

8. Follows all Y policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

9. Other duties may be assigned.