4K Teacher

Under the direction of the 4K Early Childhood Education Director and in accordance with Association policies, the 4K Teacher will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of the K4 Wrap program including but not limited to supervision, safety, program management and curriculum, administrative compliance as well as adherence to state licensing compliance, YMCA Standards including Y USA HEPA standards, and YoungStar Standards compliance. The 4k Teacher serves as a leader to program participants, is responsible for the planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum and programs, engages families in their child’s growth and development and engagement within the program, provides exceptional customer service and acts as a liaison to all school personnel.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Outdoor Education, Recreation, Social Work, Child Development, Youth Ministry or related field is preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

21 years of age is preferred.

Required Trainings: Provided by the YMCA.

CPR-Pro, AED, and First Aid Certification is required (must be obtained within 6 months).

Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma Prevention and SIDS is required (must be obtained prior to working in the classroom).

At least 80 hours of Early Childhood classes with documentation OR completed at least 6 credits in elementary education, child guidance, child development or other approved courses OR have a bachelor’s degree in education, social work, child development, child psychology or other related field. (Introduction to the Child Care Profession-formerly EC1 and Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Profession-formerly EC2 can fulfill these training hours).

Must successfully complete fingerprinting requirement prior to working first shift.

Must have 2 years previous experience working with children in a formal setting.

Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience or administration is preferred.

Demonstrate a positive and caring attitude while building relationships with children, staff, parents, and school community members.

Develop effective weekly lesson plans and implements age-appropriate curriculum (lesson plan) aligned with Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards, resulting in high levels of student learning and achievement. Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for the child's background by incorporating cultural, linguistic and familial values and beliefs into the childcare program and lesson plans.

Serve as the daily liaison to school district administration and the 4K department.

Serve as a role model to staff and participants and act as the on-site supervisor of the 4K Wrap Care program.

Maintain a professional, purposeful, clean, neat, organized, and safe classroom atmosphere. On an ongoing basis, plans, evaluates and improves the physical environment in the classroom to create opportunities to meet the changing needs of the developing child.

Ensure that the care of the participants is a key priority through direct supervision of the programs and support staff in the absence of the Director.

Assist the Director in the overall development of the 4K Wrap program.

Create, distribute, and maintain accurate records and reports in compliance with state licensing and program requirements, such as sign-in check-out sheets, lesson plans, child enrollment and progress reports, attendance sheets, newsletters, etc.

Lead and participate in program at least 30 plus hours depending on program needs.

Evaluate lesson planning and delivery of age appropriate activities that engage children and demonstrate the YMCA core values and healthy living practices.

Maintain communication with staff as it relates to program needs: ordering and transporting of snacks, supplies and equipment.

Understand and follow all YoungStar, DCF standards, and YMCA policies/manuals, etc.

Assist in planning and leading staff meetings, training sessions, other required meetings.

Possess working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; clearly and effectively communicate to parents, principals and program participants; promote other YMCA programs.

Exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of work.

Perform other duties as assigned.