Lead Preschool Teacher

Description

Company Overview

The Olympic Peninsula YMCA is a non-profit organization that oversees Y programs and focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our mission is to build healthy minds, bodies, and spirits throughout the communities we serve. We strive to promote the values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We are open to people of all ages, beliefs, incomes, races, genders and abilities.

JOB DESCRIPTION/GENERAL FUNCTION: 
Lead teachers are responsible for planning, leading, and implementing programs and experiences for children in a small group setting.  Teachers will teach engaging classes in the following areas: sports/fitness, art, team building, nutrition and academics, among others, according to the curriculum. Teachers will communicate regularly with their supervisor about progress of class, supplies needed and other related information. During programming, teachers will provide high quality experiences for participants that focus on the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Teachers will lead and assist in program areas including sleeping quarters, kitchen, maintenance and program areas.

LOCATIONS:  

Programs are located at all Olympic Peninsula YMCA branches, which include YMCA Port Angeles, YMCA of Jefferson County and YMCA of Sequim. Programs can be located onsite, offsite, indoors and/or outdoors.  

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 2-3 years experience working with children ages 3-5
• Knowledge of child development
• Ability to plan, implement, and assist with age appropriate classes
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
• Computer skills, including working with Microsoft Office, program and operating software, and internet applications.

• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
• Ability to relate well and communicate effectively to a diverse group of individuals, in all circumstances
• Pass a comprehensive background screening
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have current CPR and first-aid certification or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: 

• Be responsible for the supervision and management of children registered in classes
• Carry out positive guidance and discipline when needed
• Treat children with respect and dignity
• Attend field trips planned during sessions, including swimming and assist where required/needed
• Maintain open communication with children, staff and parents
• Work with other staff in order to provide a relevant, fun and safe program
• Wear appropriate YMCA attire as directed by policy
• Plan and implement assigned classes
• Recruit and work closely with other teachers
• Maintain timely communication with supervisor to ensure all necessities for class implementation are available

• Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that all programs follow YMCA standards, all relevant regulations, and other applicable standards
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required and complete all required on-line trainings which includes child abuse prevention training within 7 days of hire. 
• Upholds YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youths

ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS AND DUTIES:

• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations in accordance to mandated reporting requirements 
• Responsible for general housekeeping tasks to ensure workspace is always clean 
• Submits hours worked accurately on electronic time card, within timelines for supervisor approval
• Passion for high standards and believes in the YMCA mission of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility
• Flexible schedule needed as on occasion may need to work evenings and/or weekends
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

DRIVER REQUIREMENTS:

YMCA vehicle

• 25 of age or older
• Valid driver’s license 
• Driving record which meets or exceeds YMCA standards, driver records request will be submitted

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT

Inside and outside activities at all Olympic Peninsula YMCA branches. Some programs are located off site of branches. There will be times when the environment is noisy and busy.

Physical Abilities

• Bending at the waist to pick up supplies, play games and perform daily cleaning tasks
• Ability to lift a small to average size child
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
• Ability to continuously scan all areas of water environments with clear vision
• Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment

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