Preschool Head Teacher

at  YMCA

Are you passionate about providing an inclusive Preschool environment?
Job Description
The Preschool teacher will assist in the supervision of children ages 3-5 years of age, plan and implement activities for participants. The YMCA of San Diego County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. We are committed to a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• 12 CORE units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) required, AA or BA in Early Childhood Education are highly desirable
• ECE Core courses include: Child Growth & Development, Child, Family and Community and Program/Curriculum
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth in a preschool setting
• Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire, unless specified otherwise on contract, and must be from one of the following :
• American Red Cross
• American Heart Association
• American Safety & Health Institute

Essential Functions

• Ensure the safety and supervision of a group of children 2 - 5 years of age at all times
• Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all students
• Assist in the planning and preparation of the creative learning environment, establishment of interest centers, and preparation of needed material and supplies
• Effectively communicate, in a timely manner, with parents/guardians to create and foster a positive relationship
• Record and monitor the daily activities of children in your care

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Models and teaches the Y’s values.
Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for program participants. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
Decision Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Provides others with frameworks for making decisions

• Ensure the safety and supervision of a group of children 2 - 5 years of age at all times
• Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all students
• Assist in the planning and preparation of the creative learning environment, establishment of interest centers, and preparation of needed material and supplies
• Effectively communicate, in a timely manner, with parents/guardians to create and foster a positive relationship
• Record and monitor the daily activities of children in your car