Early Education Teacher

at  YMCA of Greater Seattle

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking Early Education professionals who are passionate and dedicated to providing children and their families with an excellent educational experience. This opportunity is fantastic for somebody who is eager to grow in an environment that values your contributions and communication skills. You will work in a supportive and caring environment with a responsive leadership team and phenomenal resources and materials.
This position works alongside the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging activities for groups of children, supervising children while following program and state requirements.

• Implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities with the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.
• Coordinates activities which fit the children’s individual developmental needs. Activities are designed to enhance the whole child’s development to include social, intellectual, and physical growth.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety, and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
• Completes individual child observations alongside lead teacher for child assessments.
• Professionally communicates with and maintains positive relationships with families. May participate in conferences.
• Keep family communicate sheets up to date, this includes daily record of activities, meals and family information notes.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Provides assistance to Lead teacher and may fill-in during temporary absences.
• Maintains ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, cleanliness, and learning environment of classroom.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required