POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. A Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher at the Twin Rivers YMCA Early Learning Center at Little Hands provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. The essential functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals and Mission of the Goldsboro YMCA, intentionally fostering a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.

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: Implement curriculum within established guidelines. Design and implement daily lesson/activity plans. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities. Make ongoing, systemic observations and evaluations of each child. Conduct parent conferences and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents. Engage parents as volunteers. Maintain program site and equipment. Maintain required program records. Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. Maintain classrooms by cleaning and organizing daily, removing trash, keeping bathrooms clean throughout the day, keeping sanitizing solutions full at all times. Perform other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause Inclusion: Embraces all dimensions of diversity by treating all people with dignity, compassion, and respect; creates a safe environment in which others feel welcome and respected. Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role

QUALIFICATIONS: A Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher Level 1 must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and must have completed the North Carolina Early Childhood Credential or its equivalent as determined by the Division of Child Development. A Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher also must possess: SIDS certification CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date Pass a DMV background check 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 populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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. Must be able to stand for long periods of time Must be able to lift and carry items (up to 30 lbs) Must be able to quickly access various locations around the childcare center and playground area Must be able to communicate verbally with good voice projection Must have proof of negative TB test and complete physical examination The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Application Question(s):

• Please describe your childcare experience.

Experience:

• Early Childhood: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• North Carolina Early Childhood Credential (Required)

Work Location: In person