What are the responsibilities and job description for the GSRP Advanced Early Learning Professional position at YWCA Kalamazoo?
Position Details
YWCA Kalamazoo is on a Mission!
At YWCA Kalamazoo, we look for people who want to make a difference and do something that MATTERS. YWCA Kalamazoo is your ally who is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, stand up for social justice, help families, and strengthen communities. When you work for YWCA Kalamazoo, you become part of a worldwide movement : eliminating racism and empowering women.
Simply put, YWCA Kalamazoo draws together members who strive to create opportunities for women’s growth, leadership, and power to attain a common vision of peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.
Our employee-centric philosophies focus on taking care of you and promoting a healthy work-life balance. We offer a benefits package tailored with YOU in mind!
PRIMARY FUNCTION : The GSRP Advanced Early Learning Professional provides childcare and implements the educational curriculum and assessment tool within the Great Start Readiness Program classrooms.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- High school diploma or equivalent required. CDA certification or two years of post-secondary coursework or an Associate’s Degree in early childhood education.
- Significant and relevant post-high school education or training in early childhood education or child / family-related field.
- At least two years of experience working with young children and families in a licensed childcare setting.
- Ability to comprehend and implement Creative Curriculum, Teaching Strategies GOLD
- Ability to comprehend and utilize The Ages and Stages Questionnaire (developmental screener)
- Has and maintains active CDA certification .
- Ability to comprehend and implement childcare licensing and regulatory affairs requirements
- Ability to meet requirements of the Bureau of Child and Adult Licensing.
- Satisfactory response to criminal and child abuse and neglect history checks.
- Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
GSRP Responsibilities
Advanced ELP Responsibilities
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
THE PERKS :
YWCA Kalamazoo partners with ADP to provide a phenomenal benefits package.
Our Core Benefits :In addition to our core benefits, we also offer access to an excellent employee assistance program. We also offer tuition assistance and a GENEROUS paid time off package to our full-time employees. We are committed to supporting a healthy work-life balance and have tailored our benefits package with YOU in mind!
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY IS IMPORTANT!
As an employer, YWCA Kalamazoo encourages, welcomes, and fosters differences. It is the policy of YWCA Kalamazoo not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin / ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, age, height, weight, familial status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by law, in its programs, services, employment or activities. All qualified applicants will be given equal opportunity and consideration for employment.
Prior to a job offer, candidates will be required to complete a criminal record background check. Information gathered will be used for job-related purposes to the extent permitted by applicable law and will not result in an automatic disqualification from an employment opportunity.
