STEM PROGRAM TEACHER

Position Summary:

We are looking for a certified teacher to work in STEM Programming in an After School setting as well as Summer Camp setting. The STEM Program Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing and leading the educational activities of the program under the supervision of a Coordinator. This person will guide the academic and social development of children ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment that promotes progress and learning.

Essential Functions:

The STEM Program Teacher will be responsible for the following:

• Cultivate curriculum utilizing existing resources to prepare weekly lesson plans.
• Administer the selected curriculum 2 - 3 days a week.
• Work with the Site Director to administer the pre-tests and post- tests.
• Attend all required trainings and staff meetings.
• Proactively manage classroom/ group behavior.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of students (e.g. inclusion accommodations, English language learner strategies).
• Monitor and report to Site Director weekly attendance, student progress, and behavior.
• Work with volunteers and community partners, as needed.
• Set up and clean up after all classroom activities.
• Collaborate with enrichment leaders to ensure literacy instruction is aligned with enrichment activities.
• Assist Site Director in other duties as assigned.
• Employee will accurately report work time via approved YMCA Clocking method.

The Y: We're for Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.

• Uphold and exemplify the YMCA’s Core Values and principles of Character Development.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Current State teaching certification.
• A minimum of two years teaching experience in an early childhood or elementary education.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in planning and delivering reading instruction.
• Must possess speaking, listening, and writing skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
• Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the Y’s efforts for all stakeholders.

Collaboration: Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.

Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves staff at all levels in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.

Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Behavioral Characteristics: Welcoming, Nurturing, Determined, Hopeful, and Genuine.