What are the responsibilities and job description for the State PreK Teacher- South Early Learning Center position at YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WICHITA KANSAS?
Under the direction of the Program Director, the State PreK Teacher is responsible for meeting the developmental needs of children ages four and five years of age in a group setting. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: planning and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans; providing a safe and secure environment; providing documentation of positive developmental outcomes for students; as well as maintaining positive relations and communications with families, partnership agencies and program staff; directing classrooms assistants, aides and volunteers to meet program standards will make the Early Learning Center successful.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities.
- Monitor children’s developmental progress through observation record, checklists, daily reports and formal assessments.
- Develop a daily schedule that provides a balance of active and quiet activities
- Maintain positive, open relationships with families
- Conduct parent teacher conferences twice yearly as scheduled and more often as needed
- Manage all classroom supplies and equipment in a safe and organized manner.
- Participate in organizational meetings and training.
- Meet and/or exceed KDHE regulations and CACFP guidelines in relation to programming for children birth to six.
- Represent the YMCA well to all who come in contact with you and your program.
