What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Assistant Teacher position at Plattsburgh YMCA?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
POSITION SUMMARY :
Under the direction of the Center Director, the Child Care Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing the daily program as it relates to children and their classroom activities. Major emphasis is on program excellence and developing quality care of the highest standard. The Child Care Lead Teacher will maintain ongoing program continuity by ensuring that schedules program and facility use plans are followed and adhere to OCFS and NAEYC regulations and standards. The position is responsible for demonstrating YMCA leadership competencies to ensure the mission, purpose, image and core values of the Plattsburgh YMCA is conveyed.
This position is in our Pre-K Classroom of children aged 4-5 years.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Develop and implement lesson plans.
- Develop and implement daily classroom activity.
- Ensure parents / guardians sign in and out on a daily basis.
- Cultivate and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers and parents.
- Create and maintain a safe and attractive learning environment.
- Expand job knowledge and classroom skills on an ongoing basis.
- Inform management staff of major situations requiring management attention.
- Organize center events (field trips, school pictures, etc.).
- Responsible for classroom cleanliness.
- Know the emergency procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Know and implement established child care policies and NYS OCFS regulations.
- Attend all required meetings and training.
- Maintain required certifications.
- All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS :
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Salary Description
17.61-21.00 / hour (based on experience)
Salary : $18 - $21
