Closing Pre K Teacher

Job DetailsJob Location

• Whatcom
• Family
• YMCA -
• Bellingham,
• WA 98225Position
• Type:
• Part
• TimeSalary
• Range: $19.70 - $19.70 HourlyWe are looking for someone who genuinely loves working with preschoolers, thrives in a collaborative environment, and understands the importance of consistency, communication, and joy in the classroom. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children ages 3-6 years old in a group setting, be organized and dependable, communicate well with both children and adults, and feel confident supporting the developmental needs of children in early childhood. This position follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 3:00-6:30 p.m. (with the ability to pick up more hours around your schedule) including the school year, breaks, etc. If you are passionate about early learning, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children and families, we encourage you to review the full job description and apply. We’d love to hear from you!

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Closing Pre-K Teacher at the Whatcom Family YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supervises the children, classroom, and all program activities. Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y; makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records. Works alongside the Lead Teacher and other classroom teachers to engage children in a play-based curriculum, with an emphasis on social-emotional development; and arrange the environment using the ECERS environmental rating scale. Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth. Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences. Assists the Lead Teacher in collecting documentation for use in child assessment and portfolios. Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; connects families to the Y. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. Completes and records daily cleaning list, consistently cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing classroom materials and surfaces. Administers first aid, completes accident forms, and notifies the Lead Teacher, Program Supervisor, or Director. Follows organizations policies and procedures regarding protecting youth from abuse; including screening and selection, training and supervision, and responding to allegations. Communicate to all staff and volunteers the organizations commitment to protect youth from abuse. Follows mandated reporting requirements. OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY: Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of changemakers for our country. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age or older and a high school graduate (or equivalent). Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds. Current CPR (Adult, Infant & Child) and First Aid, AED certifications. Complete Praesidium Child Abuse prevention training within 15 days of hire. STARS 30 Hour Childcare Basic Training (Must be completed within 3 months of hire date) Must have or be in the process of obtaining the following: ___ Negative TB Test ___ HIV/Bloodborne Pathogen training ___ Safe Sleep ___ MERIT ID account ___ Food Handlers Card ___ Cleared Portable Background Check from MERIT ___ MMR Immunization Record 9. Willingness to obtain the ECE initial certificate or equivalent (approximately 12 credits). WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.