Lead Preschool Teacher-RC Durr YMCA

Key Responsibilities

• Administer the day-to-day operation of assigned classroom, meeting all state, local and YMCA standards including but not limited to, accurate classroom records, health/safety practices, appropriate staff ratios, etc.
• Plans and implements classroom curriculum, activities, experiences and routines with supervisor's guidance. Conduct classroom in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of the participants. Manages classroom resources responsibly.
• Provides opportunities for participants to use large muscles, both indoor and outdoors, with consideration for each participants' physical and development capabilities.
• Prepares classroom environment, which invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes the participant. Ensure classroom exhibits high standards in cleanliness and presentation.
• Facilitates a positive classroom environment and the development of self control in participants through the use of positive guidance techniques; expectations match and respect participant's developing capabilities.
• Utilize a diverse selection of materials, equipment and experiences for all enrolled children, including multicultural, non-sexist, and anti-bias.
• Promotes a team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, training, supervision and interaction with others. maintains on-going communication with supervisor.
• Communicates regularly with classroom parents; attends parent/family events as designated. Upholds the Association's Child Protection policies, child abuse and neglect guidelines, and proper reporting procedures.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Meet all licensing requirements
• Must complete/maintain CPR/First Aid/ etc.
• Posses Associates degree or CDA or equivalent accreditation qualification
• Must posses visual, auditory, oral and written communications skills appropriate with working with children and adults.