What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Teacher - Early Learning Center (under 29 hours/week) position at Kettle Moraine YMCA?
Free YMCA Membership; Child Care & Program Discounts
Paid Training, Retirement Package!
POSITION SUMMARY:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. 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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum age of 16 years old; unless approved course has been taken and passed.
- High School Diploma or Equivalency.
- Educational qualifications in compliance with DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
- Current CPR/AED certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
- Must complete and pass fingerprint check.
- Must complete a Health Physical and TB test within 30 days of hire.
- The ability to appropriately interact with children at their cognitive level.
CERTIFICATIONS:
1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE