Assistant Preschool Teacher

Job Title: Assistant Preschool Teacher

Status: F/T

Department: Preschool

Reports to: Childcare Director ____________________________________________________________________________________

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Teacher position for the Y, Land of Wonder preschool includes assisting with the preschool classroom and children. Works with lead teacher and Childcare Director to maintain licensing standards. Performs other assignments as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Supervision over preschool children. Responsible for safety of children in care.

2. Responsible for maintaining childcare files including: ASQ, developmental screenings and other assessments

3. Responsible for following VA Quality Standards, including room design, teacher/child interactions, and implementation of "Creative Curriculum"

4. Plan and implement age appropriate and well thought-out lesson plans, parent newsletters, daily info sheets, and weekly lesson plans

5. Ensure that classroom is maintained and run well within the state licensing guidelines of the

Virginia Department of Social Services.

6. Maintain positive and professional relationships with parents and conduct ASQ, parent conferences

(2 per year) and PALS screening (as applicable)

7. Attend mandatory 16 hours (annually) of job related training. Complete mandatory CPR/First Aid,

Child Abuse & Neglect, and DSS In-Service training, along with other training pertaining to child are & Staff Development

8. Exemplify the Y Mission and character development

9. Create a welcome and friendly atmosphere for all members and program participants

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Demonstrates passionate belief in Y Mission and conveys mission to program participants and community.

Collaboration: Effectively collaborates with Assistant Teacher, co-workers, and Childcare Director in order to work together as a team.

Operational Effectiveness: Follow all policies and procedures set forth by Y Staff Handbook, Y Childcare

Handbook, and Supervisor. Communicate well with co-workers, Childcare Receivables Associate, and

Childcare Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certifications Requirement:

• Program Leads shall be at least 21 years of age, have fulfilled a High School program completion or the equivalent, and hold at least 30 semester hours from a college or university.
• Must meet current Virginia Social Services child care licensing requirements and be willing to continue education to maintain licensing qualification if necessary (as required by state licensing standards,)

Job Skills:

• Must have knowledge of child development, including Ages & Stages of Growth, and hold good mentoring skills
• Strong human relations skills
• Efficient in oral and written communication skills
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or scheduled form.
• Operates in accordance with the mission, values, and policies of the Y Association.

Prior Work Experience:

• Experience with children; center experience preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Perform multi-task functions
• Physical demands of interacting with children (sitting on floor, playing ball, bending, holding, etc.)
• Handling supplies (gym equipment, snack, games, etc.)

Interpersonal/People Skills:

• Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills. This position requires experience supervising children and assistant staff. The incumbent must bring to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with children; developing new assistant staff; cultivating relationships with state licensing representatives and school administrators.
• Hold passionate belief in YMCA Mission

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.26 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15