Summer Teacher (Temp)

Job Description

Job Description

The Program:
As a Tier II child development center, YWCA Mel Wolf is much more than a daycare. Mel Wolf is dedicated to child development, education, and emotional growth. Instructors engage children with high-quality and age-appropriate activities, various educational toys and equipment; a stimulating curriculum custom-tailored to each child’s development and interests; plus nutritious meals and snacks. Services are provided to infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children year-round The YWCA Mel Wolf Child Development Center, which is available to anyone regardless of their socio-economic status, offers childcare and education that’s secure, diverse, and stimulating. Studies show that early childhood development is one of the best economic development tools for states to develop a stronger workforce, lower crime rates, and advance educational opportunities. The services offered at YWCA Mel Wolf are particularly empowering to working mothers, many of whom are the family’s single source of income.

The Summer Teacher at Mel Wolf is a part-time temporary position with the opportunity for continued employment who will work closely with their peers, under the direction of the Lead Teacher. The summer assistant will direct activities in a childcare room and assist in developing programs and activities appropriate for each child's learning and social needs, considering each child's strengths and weaknesses.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• One (1) year of relevant work experience.
• Possess a WV Training Certification/ACDS.

Additional Requisites:

• Knowledge and ability to meet the requirements of State childcare licensing standards.
• Visual acuity permits routine assessment of children, observation of child and staff conduct, and the development and use of materials to create a “print-rich” environment that includes daily age-appropriate reading and literature activities.
• Auditory acuity is sufficient to monitor classroom activity and to engage in meaningful communication with children, parents, and staff.
• Expressive communication skills to enable clear guidance to children and staff during routine and emergent situations.
• Must meet health requirements established by State licensing standards.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities:

• Implement a curriculum planned by the Summer Camp Coordinator emphasizing age-appropriate activities to help children learn and develop.
• Provide behavioral intervention, as needed, without recourse to physical or emotional punishment.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and encourage them to be involved in their child’s care.
• Follow guidance from the Lead Teacher to ensure that State childcare licensing standards are met, including standards related to health and safety.
• Maintain a schedule and structure in the room that promotes positive interactions with children, guides and directs their behavior, and reduces or eliminates the need for reactive behavior intervention.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why Should You Apply?

• You are passionate about children's futures!
• You want to have the ability to impact a child's life and empower them to live a fun, warm, enriching experience where they feel confident to connect with friends and feel supported every day!
• You are looking for a workplace where you know you have the chance to make a difference as a valued team member!

Role ends: August 10th

Compensation: $12 hourly.