Certified Preschool Teacher

at  YMCA

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Job Description
In partnership with the state funded Morris School District Preschool Expansion Program, the F.M. Kirby Children’s Center of the Madison Area YMCA is seeking a full-time lead teacher with a P-3 certification.
The lead teacher will be responsible for planning and implementing curriculum, the health and safety of the children, communication with parents and supervision and evaluation of classroom staff.
This is a school year (August 2024 - June 2025) contract position, and the hours required for this position are 8:45am-4:00pm and will follow the Morris School District calendar.

Qualifications

• New Jersey State P-3 certification required.
• Curriculum planning experience is preferred.
• Previous experience with supervisory experience.
• Possess at hire and maintain CPR, First Aid, & AED certifications. Will train.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and carry out developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily activities for the children.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide assistant teachers.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for optimal growth and development.
• Be responsible for recording and maintaining all required paperwork.
• Attend professional development days and staff and parent meetings.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Prepare and carry out developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily activities for the children.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide assistant teachers.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for optimal growth and development.
• Be responsible for recording and maintaining all required paperwork.
• Attend professional development days and staff and parent meetings