Description

To represent the YMCA personally, professionally and in a manner in accordance with the mission and goals of the YMCA. The teacher, under supervision of the Director of Early Education, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable leadership to the members, volunteers, families and program participants. All Merrimack Valley YMCA staff will help champion a culture of service excellence and support and advocate the mission and values of the YMCA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work closely with Lead Teacher to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Program responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting with supervision of children, assisting with lesson planning, daily attendance, assisting students with daily tooth brushing, assisting Lead Teacher with developing Teaching Strategies GOLD on line progress reports, daily written observation of children
• Ensure and maintain quality of program that it meets EEC Licensing Requirements, QRIS Standards and NAEYC Criteria and complies with all safety regulations
• Maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of the child care classroom
• Keep safety as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being of all staff, volunteers, members, students, families and program participants using the YMCA classrooms and indoor/facility
• By personal example, help interpret quality of YMCA Character Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
• Reports all accidents/unusual incidents immediately to the Director of Early Education with all necessary documentation
• Accept and perform all other responsibilities necessary for the good of the organization
• Responsible for assisting Lead Teacher with daily classroom planning and instruction of EEC
• Responsible for daily safety check of the classroom setting and safety check of all the children as they enter school each day
• Work closely and collaboratively with the classroom Lead Teacher

Qualifications

• Must be EEC Teacher qualified
• Relevant college classes in the field of Early Childhood Education are preferred
• Maintain current CPR certification and First Aid throughout employment
• Must know, understand and display full knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in the field of Early Childhood Education
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be familiar with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Licensing Regulations
• Must be familiar with the Massachusetts Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Criteria and Standards
• Must be familiar with the Merrimack Valley YMCA Child Care Quality Standards
• Must possess and utilize excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills. Demonstrate prior ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must have good human relations’ and communication skills to facilitate positive relationships with staff, volunteers, parents, members and program participants
• Must be committed to the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s mission, character development and goals

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

• Growth and high retention of participants/families who understand the YMCA Mission and Goals
• High quality programming in the YMCA Early Childhood Program
• Staff, volunteers, children and members will be developed through age appropriate activities and students will be prepared to attain their highest social, emotional and academic growth to prepare them to be successful in a public/private school setting

The Merrimack Valley Y appreciates our staff and provide a strong competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan including quality health and dental insurance, vision, long & short term disability, 12% Retirement paid by Y once eligibility is met, free family membership and generous time off and EAP. We are an equal opportunity employer – For All.