Lead Teacher - Full Time

Newton MA

14 October, 2021

11:17 AM

Description

The WSYMCA is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Lead Teacher to join our team! Great benefits included, 12% retirement contribution once vested, FREE family membership, diverse and inclusive work environment - be a changemaker working for a mission-driven organization!  $20-$26 per hour, depending on certifications and experience $2000 signing bonus (if criteria is met, $1000 through WSY and $1000 through Mass Hires).https://www.wsymca.org/about/w... POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direction for the children in the classroom, and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum to meet the needs of all children. 2. Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families. 3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards. 4. Model early childhood best practices and positive classroom management techniques. 5. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child. 6. Cultivates positive relationships, conducts parent conferences, and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA. 7. Maintains program site and equipment. 8. Conduct child assessments and report outcomes to families. 9. Maintains required program records. 10. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. 11. Plans and implements program activities that is culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values. 12. Adheres to YMCA and state (Early Education & Care, EEC) standards including safety and cleanliness. 13. Attends staff meetings and trainings. 14. Follows YMCA and EEC policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. 15. Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. 16. Performs other duties as assigned. The WSYMCA rewards dedicated employees by offering a competitive benefits package that includes paid vacation & holidays, group health with vision & drug prescription, dental & life insurance, paid retirement once vested, YMCA membership, access to child care services, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.  The West Suburban YMCA is a charitable organization that welcomes all by creating a community that hires individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage, economic circumstance, or physical ability. We focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility to ensure all children, adults and families are healthy, confident and connected.