Summer Preschool Lead Teacher at YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jul, 26

Salary

21.36

Posted On

29 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lesson planning, Classroom management, Child supervision, Parent communication, Early childhood education, Behavior management, Record keeping, First aid, CPR, Computer literacy

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY The Lead Teacher is responsible for the planning, developing, and implementation of Wobbler classroom activities. This position requires face-to-face leadership in this program and may involve early morning responsibilities. Full-time, Monday - Friday availability required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plans and leads daily lesson plans Organizes and participates in games and activities Provides weekly lesson plans to parents Provides each participant’s parent with information on individual activities on a daily basis Prepares materials for daily activities Maintains records of attendance and arrival and departure times Maintains supervision of children Conducts parent-teacher conferences at least annually Maintains the quality and quantity of supplies, equipment, and materials in the classroom Disciplines children and recommends or initiates other measures to control behavior Handles parent concerns Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids COMPENSATION $17.09 - $21.36 ; Full-Time; Seasonal (40 hours/week) BENEFITS Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities. Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan. Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most. Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Degree in Early Childhood Education or CDA required. Bachelor’s Degree (BA) preferred; six months to one year childcare related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children. Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications. YMCA experience preferred. CERTIFICATIONS Blood Borne Pathogen training CPR Certification required within the first 60 days First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT) Fingerprinting WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. TRAVEL: 0 - 5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.

Responsibilities

The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing daily classroom activities for children while maintaining a safe and organized environment. They also manage parent communications, maintain attendance records, and ensure the quality of classroom supplies and equipment.