Child Care Provider

Position Summary

Provides direct leadership, instruction, safety and motivation for preschool age students. The Lead teacher will lesson plan, teach and guide students in preparation for Kindergarten.

Essential Functions

1. Create a positive environment conducive to children

2. Interact with children, act as a role model while implementing lesson plans

3. Maintain all YMCA standards and rules including building effective, authentic

relationships with students and parents

4. Be aware of all safety hazards. Implement first aid, CPR or AED training if necessary.

Be sure to record all injuries and accidents.

5. Help the lead teachers to create and implement lesson plans and support a structured

environment.

6. Be aware of the location of children at all times. A headcount is a must during transition.

7. Encourage positive learning and enthusiastically facilitate activities

8. Ensure safety and cleanliness of program area and equipment.

9. Interacts and engages with all children on their level (being on the floor/ground).

10. Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

11. Provide excellent service to children and parents.

12. Perform other related duties as required including working overtime

YMCA Competencies (Leader):
Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Build rapport and relats 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.

Makes sound judgements, 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 delive a high value experience for members.

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:

1. Must be at least 16 years old.

2. Minimum of high school diploma or GED required

3. Willing to obtain certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED.

4. Must be a mature individual with the ability to operate independently.

5. Must have excellent human relation skills and ability to maintain positive communication

with program participants, volunteers and staff.

6. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic

segments of the community.

7. Must be able to pass a background check

Physical Demands

1. Must be able to lift 50 lbs

2. Must have ability to perceive audio & visual alerts for emergency purposes.

3. Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

4. Must be able to access all areas of building or off-site locations including pool areas, closets, stairwells, locker rooms, wellness center, etc

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $14 - $17