Lead 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.
Every day hundreds of children are welcomed into our fun and engaging YMCA early learning child care programs. Be part of an amazing team of staff who provide a learning environment for children in which they feel secure, comfortable, and important. You will be a part of providing a nurturing child-centered environment through enrichment and activities while also supporting the children as they grow and learn. Child care is more than a safe place it is a place where our team strives to create an environment that allows children to reach their fullest potential. You will be responsible for the development of activities and all classroom plans, while also providing support and guidance to staff or volunteers overseeing activities and children.

• Plans and implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA. Ultimately responsible for the quality and completion of all classroom plans, including lesson, behavior, and event plans.
• Direct program to fit the needs of all children enrolled to include their interests, behavior accommodations and individual style of learning.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety, and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
• Participate in a coaching and feedback process with Early Achievers and YMCA program quality groups.
• Provides guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities and observations of groups of children.
• Professionally communicates and maintains daily reports, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians including newsletters, individual parent communication and parent/teacher conferences.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• May fill-in for the Program Supervisor during short-term absences.
• Maintains a developmentally appropriate classroom including, appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required