Associate Teacher (Early Childhood Education)

MUST HAVE: 12 ECE units for the temp position

Must have an (or the ability to apply for) Associate Teacher/Teacher permit issued by CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing with in 30 days of Hire (for permanent staff)

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under the direction of the Site Supervisor and/or the Early Childhood Program Director, The teacher is responsible for the supervision and management of a group of 8-12 children between 2-5 years of age,, in a manner the contributes to the growth and functioning of the children and their families. The Teacher is responsible for assuring compliance with regulations of local governing agencies; and works collegially with classroom teaching team and other staff members of the Family YMCA of the Desert.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Assists the Lead Teacher/Site Supervisor in the implementation of the daily program.
• Assists in the planning and preparation of the creative learning environment, establishment of interest centers and preparation of needed materials and supplies..
• Provides continuous supervision of assigned groups of children to assure safety and welfare, observe the behavior and health of children continually throughout the period of attendance, and refer ill or injured children to the Site Supervisor.
• Implements weekly group and individual lesson plans and implements age appropriate curriculum as approved by the Site Supervisor to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development in their care.
• Provides a developmentally appropriate classroom environment that reflects the children’s learning and growth. Assists the lead teacher in utilizing the most current Environmental Rating Scales to guide classroom environment and arrangement.
• Completes the DRDP and ECERS with other classroom teachers and assists in preparing developmental progress reports as needed.
• Reports any reasonable suspicion of child abuse to their Site Supervisor and Child Protective Services.
• Maintains accurate, complete and timely client and agency records; Completes daily meal and attendance records.
• Assists with the operation and monitoring of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) including ensuring the practices of family style dining and appropriate hand washing.
• Ensures that other classroom teachers and aides are kept updated and are included in all matters concerning the classroom and program (i.e. lesson plans, implementation of circle time/activities, policies and procedures and trainings).
• Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers.
• Customer Service – Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
• Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers
• Safety – Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have 12 or more units of Early Childhood Education
• 2 years of experience in an ECE program preferred

Required Technical / Other Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office products)
• Read, write and speak fluent English;
• Bi-lingual in Spanish and English is a plus

Required Licenses/Certifications

• have an Assistant Teacher/Teacher permit issued by CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $17.50 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 12 or more ECE units?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Teacher Permit (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $22