BPA Traditional Integration Teacher: Morrison YMCA

Under the direction of the Program Coordinator and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte, the Traditional Teacher will be responsible for developing curriculum, instructing and implementing the Ballantyne Preschool of the Arts for the branch, its members, and the community.
 

Principle Activities:
• Provide quality age appropriate instruction through a scaffolded arts integration approach to learning, creating a fun, engaging growth environment that meets the needs of and appropriately challenges every program participant.
• Lead instruction in assigned classroom while working collaboratively to support the entire teaching team.
• Maintain a structured open learning environment utilizing redirection and positive reinforcement to keep students actively engaged.
• Role model through participation in activities.
• Lead positive discussion about active living.
• Ensure proper set up and breakdown of assigned rooms.
• Responsible for the supervision, safety, and care of all children in the Ballantyne Arts Preschool. 
• Assist in implementation of high quality showcases highlighting students’ work.
• Identify and incorporate appropriate accommodations to serve students of all abilities.
• Turn in detailed lesson plans, newsletters, calendars and other necessary administrative work in designated format by provided deadlines.
• Provide professional communication to families by deadline utilizing provided formats.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain consistent and timely attendance; arrange for substitutes to teach scheduled classes when absolutely necessary.
• Complete peer observations and required professional development by provided deadlines.
• Insure the health and safety of each participant; assist in upholding facility maintenance and cleanliness standards.
• Be a positive influence and advocate of the arts and the YMCA.
• Accept the goals and objectives of the YMCA and work to achieve them.
• Be an active participant in program analysis providing constructive and proactive feedback for program adjustments and improvements.
• Maintain positive relationships, open communication with YMCA personnel, participants, administration and volunteers.
• Participate in program enhancements including, but not limited to special events and festivals.
• Assume any other duties as assigned by the YMCA administration.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 year college degree; Early Childhood Education degree preferred.
• Experience with youth ages 2-5.
• Passion for arts integrated learning and curriculum development.
• Skilled in classroom management utilizing positive reinforcement and redirection.
• Present a professional image to participants and general public.
• Strong decision making skills, versatility, initiative, and human relation skills.
• Enthusiasm and the ability to work well with participants and develop harmonious relationships with staff, and members.
• Strong organizational and professional communication skills.
• Strong public relation skills.
• Ability to assist in developing and implementing class curriculum in alignment with strategic program goals.
• Safety certifications and all trainings and certifications in accordance with the Quality Standards within required timeframe. 

 Physical Requirements:  

• Sitting 
• Walking 
• Squatting 
• Vision
• Crouching 
• Stooping 
• Climbing 
• Hearing
• Kneeling 
• Standing 
• Carrying (50 lbs.) 
• Speech
• Pushing (50 lbs.) 
• Pulling (50 lbs.) 
• Lifting (50 lbs.)  
• Writing