Lead Infant Teacher - Central United Methodist

Overview:

The Lead Infant Teacher will provide direction for the program and staff, and implement program curriculum in the classroom and provide a quality experience to children and parents that focus on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Program Coordinator with development and implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Designs and implements daily lesson/activity
• Assist Program Coordinator to insure proper participant/staff ratios as per
• Assist Program Coordinator in planning and preparation of a creative learning environment, establishing centers of interest, and preparing needed materials and
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each
• Conducts parent conferences, maintains communication with parents, and engages parents as volunteers.
• Maintains program site and
• Maintains required program
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

Qualifications:

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law (if the state sets The YMCA should establish minimum qualification standards if the state has no requirements).
• At least 18 years of age (The age minimum may be higher depending on state law).
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Previous experience with diverse
• Able to hold State License for the classroom (Infant, Toddler and Preschool)

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Posted Salary Range: USD $14.50 - USD $18.00 /Hr.