Pre K Counts Teacher - Full Time

Your Impact: The Pre-K Counts Teacher is expected to provide a safe and developmentally appropriate preschool education in accordance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures within the State of Pennsylvania as a Certified Teacher, Instructional Level I OR Level II.  To maintain program quality in accordance with DHS, ECERS, NAEYC, OCDEL guidelines and YMCA program policies; ensure the safety, well-being and age appropriate instruction of all children in their care.  Y Work for the Y:  Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc. Eligible for a 12% company contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after meeting the requirements.  50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp).   Free YMCA gym membership.  Employee referral bonus program. Opportunities for continuing education and professional training and development. Fun, collaborative, and mission driven environment. What You'll Do:  Read and be accountable for YMCA Policies, State Licensing Body (PA- DHS / NJ-NJ OOL) regulations, and Quality Rating System standards (Example: NAEYC, Keystone STARS, Grow NJ Kids). Plan curriculum for classroom following the proscribed curriculum and ensure child centered age appropriate lessons are offered. Adhere to learn through play NAEYC philosophy. Ensure that staff in your room take on an active role in planning, implementing and actively participating in all activities. Supervise classroom staff to ensure that they are upholding all DHS/YMCA/Keystone stars/NAEYC guidelines for proper verbal interaction, proper learn through play techniques and age appropriate redirection as a form of discipline. Accurately maintain daily records of attendance, mobile emergency contact binders, trip binders and allergy reports Ensure effective and timely communication of child progress with parents. Ensure that the parents are provided daily/weekly communication. Ensure that staff in your classroom maintain sensitivity and patience with the children and parents and provide care to meet the individual needs of the child/families. Maintain confidentiality at all times, and ensure staff are using correct verbal interactions with parents. Ensure staff adhere to the DHS/YMCA/ECERS/NAEYC standards for maintaining cleanliness, centers set up, toy bins and correct return of toys to areas. Ensure that staff are engaging children in the maintaining of said centers and items. Inform Director of any concerns regarding facility, space, staffing, child/staff ratios or child developmental issues that may require early intervention. Effectively plan and manage resources. Ensure effective staffing. Ensure timely and effective use of materials, snack, and other classroom resources. Ensure that staff in your room are also maintaining effective method of usage. Ensure balance of small group interaction teacher directed activities vs. child choice activities, as required by NAEYC/Keystone STARS. Attend Staff Meetings/Team Teaching Meetings.  Plan Back to School Night. Participate as a member of the YMCA and contribute to the fulfillment of the YMCA mission. Know the mission and be able to apply it to your job responsibilities. Also, be able to explain to parents how child care meets the YMCA mission. Read the NAEYC guidelines in order to be knowledgeable in the NAEYC procedures, and approach to early childhood education. Maintain knowledge of Association policies and procedures, risk management, safety practices and applicable laws. Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign and work to develop donors and volunteers.  Lead by example at all times.  Interact with a high level of professionalism and accountability. Perform other related duties as assigned.   What Qualifications You'll Need:  Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education as required by OCDEL Possess PA Teacher certification in Early Childhood Education as an Instructional Level I or Level II Teacher, maintain the certification Ongoing Training: fulfill required number of professional development hours for Pre K Counts and STARS, as well as attainment of Level II certification   OUR CULTURE At the YMCA we value CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in personal character and behavior and believe that they are essential to attaining our mission.   OUR MISSION To improve lives by connecting people to health, well-being, and to each other.