PRESCHOOL TEACHER (Y Kids Academy)

Job Description

Job Description

PART TIME EMPLOYEE:

Less than 29 hours/week

Free Membership to the YMCA

Discounted Y Programs

Seneca Valley School Schedule:

MWF 8:30a-3:00p and T/Th 8:30a-1:00p

The Teacher will be responsible for assisting in the education, supervision of/and caring for children, including family engagement in the Y Kids Academy. The Y Kids Academy at Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA is a Preschool Program that intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children; required.
• Minimum age of 18; required.
• Previous experience related to the care and development of children; preferred.
• Work experience related to the care and development of preschool children; preferred
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• CPR/Pediatric First Aid/AED Certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, religious, sexual, and generational backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Instruct preschool-aged children in activities developmentally appropriate, designed to promote intellectual and creative growth and consistent with YMCA values.
2. Plan, write and implement daily lesson and activity plans.
3. Implement the curriculum within the established guidelines.
4. Maintain consistent and open verbal and written communication with parents throughout the year.
5. Conduct ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
6. Maintain required program records.
7. Maintain program areas and adhere to program standards in regard to equipment, storage, safety and cleanliness.
8. Create a fun and safe learning environment.
9. Attend and participate in program activities, staff meetings and trainings.
10. Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
11. Develop, write, and implement weekly lesson plans for our Preschool Summer Camp program.
12. Cultivate positive relationships and maintain effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
13. Implement the YMCA Safety around Water program during our Preschool Extended Program and Preschool Summer Camp program.
14. Assist in developing staff and volunteers in our preschool summer camp program.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Work schedule will include daytime hours and ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO THE DATE OF HIRE. CLEARANCES ARE ACCEPTED WITHIN 2 YEARS OF THE HIRE DATE. EMPLOYEES MAY BE COMPENSATED UP TO $50.00 FOR CLEARANCES ONCE THE PROBATIONARY PERIOD HAS BEEN PASSED.

*PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK

*PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION

*FBI CLEARANCE (DEPT. OF HUMAN SERVICES)

ADDITIONAL CHILDCARE REQUIREMENTS:

• MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING CERTIFICATE
• NSOR CLEARANCE (National Sex Offender Registry)
• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED; COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
• VERIFICATION OF HOURS WORKING WITH CHILDREN