Certified Teacher - Guntersville Elementary School

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. Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Certified Teacher will be responsible for leading the children in our Extended Adventures Program.  In addition, the Teacher, along with the Site Coordinator, will plan and implement activities for elementary age children that build upon the skills needed to be successful in school.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At our Y, we strive to live our mission of loving our neighbor and helping each individual reach their full potential intentionally 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:

• Developing and implementing appropriate enrichment classes for assigned grade levels.
• Preparing classrooms for daily activities and collaborating with academic teachers and teacher’s assistants to ensure that objectives are reached.
• Maintaining accurate classroom records.
• Maintaining an organized and efficient classroom.
• Adhering to all 21st Century Learning Center and district professional expectations and compliance issues.
• Creating a positive, achievement-oriented, organized and engaging learning environment.
• Motivating and holding scholars to high academic and behavioral expectations.
• Providing consistent rewards and/or consequences for scholar behavior grounded in positive discipline.
• Empowering scholars to make positive choices and serving as a role model.
• Being accountable for meeting scholars’ individual academic and instructional needs.
• Model, practice and carry out the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator.

• Academic skills – proficiency in elementary math and literacy.
• Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations.
• Desire to work with elementary scholars and their families in under-resourced communities.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and technological (computer/ internet) skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence scholars, staff, community members & families.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Committed to the goals of the program and approach.
• Love and respect for children.
• Evidence in efficacy and willingness to be a team player.
• Belief and commitment to the Y’s mission and values.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR, First Aid certificate prior to the start of the program.
• Completion of Child Abuse Prevention training required prior to supervision of children.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school with (elementary/middle school/K-8) children.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations.
• Desire to work with (elementary/middle school) scholars and their families
• Ability to work successfully with community-based agencies and building partnerships.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement program activities.
• Excellent skills in teaching, communication, and human relations.