3's and 4's preschool teacher

POSITIONSUMMARY :

The EarlyLearning Teacher position supports the work of the YMCA of Collier County,Inc., a leading not-for-profit organization committed to strengthening thecommunities in Collier County through its core focus areas of YouthDevelopment, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The Early Learning Teacher has the primaryresponsibility for implementing a program to provide excellent educationalopportunities and care for young children (aged 3 mos. - 5 years). With the support and guidance of the YouthDevelopment Director and the EL Director, he / she will develop the curriculum tobe used in the classroom. This includespreparing and implementing lessons plans, as well as creating and ensuring thedaily schedule is followed. The EarlyLearning teacher will monitor student development and abilities and willprovide individualized experiences and opportunities to foster growth.

OUR CULTURE :

Our missionand core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to liveour cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality everyday. We are welcoming : we areopen to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We aregenuine : we value you and embrace your individuality. We arehopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in theworld. We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to developyour full potential. We are determined : above all else, we are on arelentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS :

• Develop classroom curriculum, lesson plans, and daily schedule.
• Oversee specific components of classroom management.
• Monitor and keep written records of children's development andskills.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records.
• Monitor children at all times.
• Attend regular meetings with Youth Development Director andteaching staff to discuss, assess, and plan for various aspects of the Programsuch as curriculum, lesson plans, schedule, classroom procedures, children'sdevelopment, extracurricular activities, concerns of or about parents, and anyother issues that may arise.
• Report all problems, incidents, and accidents to supervisorimmediately.
• Complete written incident / illness / accident reports as necessary.
• Maintain and preserve all program equipment and supplies.
• Organize room before and clean room and playground after dailyProgram.
• Promote a positive relationship with parents by making a point ofgreeting them daily, sharing good news about their children with them, andinforming them of any relevant information in a timely manner.
• Keep the Youth Development Director informed of all program issuesas they arise especially when related to the children's behavior anddevelopment.
• Complete monthly classroom report.
• Communicate three times weekly to parents via email format.
• Maintain training requirements.
• Be familiar with YMCA mission, policies and procedures.
• Participate in YMCA programs and promotions.
• Be an enthusiastic, dedicated, reliable, and committed member ofour team.

Everyincidental duty connected with the Early Learning Teacher job cannot bespecified in the position description and the colleague, at the discretion ofthe CEO, may be required to perform duties that are not included in this jobdescription.

YMCA COMPETENCIES :

Supportsthe Mission, Vision, and Direction of the YMCA : Understands and supports the mission of theYMCA; displays the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibilityas well as displays flexibility and the ability to accept change. Is willing to try new methods and makesuggestions. Shows a strong commitmentto the YMCA, conveys enthusiasm for the YMCA and for his / her work.

BuildsCommunity : Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps members andparticipants make connections to others and to the YMCA; practices effectiverelationship building techniques; supports the role of fundraising in achievingthe YMCA mission.

Providesa Quality Experience for Members, Participants, Internal Customers and Others : Possesses the ability to deliver outstandingexperiences for members, participants, internal customers, and others; buildswarm and supportive relationships; consistently greets and assists everyone ina positive way; strives to provide service that will exceed expectations;responds to concerns and complaints in a way that makes each person feelvalued; initiates action for prompt resolution; looks for better ways to serveand involve members, participants, internal customers, and others.

WorksProductively : Demonstrates responsible actions; consistently performs duties in a safeand conscientious manner within agreed upon timeframes; follows standards,policies and procedures; is reliable and consistently punctual; activelyparticipates in staff meetings, required trainings and other work-relatedactivities; uses good judgement; uses YMCA resources appropriately andefficiently.

UsesEffective Personal Behaviors / Communicates Effectively : Treats everyone with courtesy, respect, andconsideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicatesin a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstratesan active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; workscooperatively as a team member.

QUALIFICATIONS :

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.

TRAININGREQUIREMENTS :

The YMCA of Collier County has reviewedthis job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties havebeen included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations andthe employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended tobe construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills,and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned bysupervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contractof employment, and the YMCA reserves the right to change this job descriptionand / or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the YMCA may deemappropriate.