Early Childhood Education Infant Teacher

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Implements age and developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities within the established guidelines.
• Implements daily lesson/activity plans for the classroom.
• Submits lesson plans weekly.
• Supervises the children and non-lead teachers, classroom, and all activities.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Participates in parent conferences when necessary, and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains required program records.
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, material explorations, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
• Promote, establish and maintain a positive YMCA image at all times.
• Dress in an appropriate and professional manner following YMCA rules and guidelines.
• Follow YMCA work rules and procedures to complete all assigned tasks and duties in an efficient, timely and positive manner at all times.
• Model anti-biased behavior towards children, parents or staff.
• Take initiative to be willing to assume additional responsibilities as needed, including providing other teacher's breaks as needed.
• Follow all YMCA, Child Development Department, and State Licensing policies and procedures at all times.
• Maintain State Licensing and staff/child ratios requirements at all times.
• Helps orient new parents and children to the program, assisting with tours as needed.
• Be flexible with their room assignments, willing to assist in the classrooms that need their help with a positive attitude.
• Address parent concerns and comments in a timely and professional manner; keep the Early Learning Center Director informed of all parent concerns and issues.
• Cooperate with the director through any program changes, investigations, and coaching opportunities.

Requirements

Qualifications

A minimum of 12+ ECE units from an accredited college and a commitment to continue education to obtain an AA or BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Infant Toddler ECE units are required. Completed of infant and toddler courses from an accredited college with a "C" grade or better. Complete in-house and online Safety, Sexual Harassment, Child Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter and other assigned trainings within the first 30 days of hire. Up-to-date TB test every 2 years. If you have a chest x-ray on file a TB test is no longer required. Must have a current Live scan active on file. One year previous experience working with infants and/or toddlers in a developmental setting preferred. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds. CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health Institute

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position is not considered light duty.
• Employee must be able to lift 40-60 pounds; be able stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, kneel, and be in good physical health.
• Employee must be able to be on their feet for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to safely withstand exposure to the elements which include sun, wind, and any weather while on duty.
• Ability to see at normal distance and hear normal conversations and sounds.
• Use hands and fingers to fill out required forms on regular basis.
• Summary Under the direct supervision of the Early Learning Center Director.
• This position is responsible for supervision and care of children in the early learning program and aiding the team of teachers in general supervision and management of a class of children.
• Provides direction for the program and classroom, assists in planning and implements age appropriate program curriculum.
• This position is also responsible for helping record keeping, inventory of supplies in the classroom and any safety issues.
• Provides a quality experience to children and parents that is in accordance with the association's policies and procedures that focus on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.