DOW BAY AREA FAMILY YMCA JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Lead Preschool Teacher

Primary Work Location: YMCA Childcare Center @ First Presbyterian Church, 805 Center Ave, Bay City

*May also be needed to occasionally work at Dow Bay Area Family YMCA Childcare Center location at 225 Washington Ave, Bay City 48708

Reports to: Director of Early Childhood

Status: Full-time /Hourly (40 hours per week)/Eligible for full time employee benefits package/FREE YMCA Household Membership

POSITION SUMMARY: 

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for a developmentally appropriate curriculum to meet the learning needs of preschool age children, active parental involvement and parent education opportunities, and an effective process for child/program assessment and evaluation. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Treat all children with love, respect, and dignity 

• Plan daily activities to impact the unique needs of children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development 

• Implement activities which are designed to teach children concepts and skills through play and active manipulation of objects using the Standards of Quality and Curriculum Guidelines, National YMCA Program Guidelines, and licensing criteria for preschool age programs 

• Provide opportunities for parents to be actively involved in all phases of the program 

• Conduct and provide proper documentation for (2) parent/teacher conferences with parents yearly 

• In the absence of the program director, deal with special situations which may require outside agency involvement, parental support situations, etc., consulting with Dow Bay Area Family YMCA CEO 

• Recruit and enroll children as an ongoing process throughout the school year 

• Provide accurate documentation of children’s personal files, attendance, emergency information, and other reporting criteria necessary for proper programming or licensing guidelines 

• Maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies throughout the school year, notifying director of needs, and replacement of damaged or worn equipment 

• Participate in monthly staff meetings 

• Practice emergency procedures 4 times per year to ensure safety of all children 

• Attend a minimum of 24 clock hours of staff development conferences, workshops, or seminars on early childhood education 

• Participate in yearly self-assessment, evaluation, and goal setting 

• Maintain professional attitudes and practices when dealing with children, parents, community members and other staff, serving as a representative and role model for the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Background in Early Childhood Education, preferably with a Bachelor’s degree 

• Standard First Aid and CPR Certifications 

• Excellent communication and organizational skills; general computer knowledge  

• Must be an energetic, highly motivated, team player committed to a high quality program 

• Must have a positive attitude in dealing with people of all ages and interests 

• Must possess the ability to supervise, monitor, and correct individuals 

• Must be responsive to supervision and be able work closely with other caregivers in accordance with program goals and objectives 

HOW TO APPLY: 

Please email cover letter and resume to Rachael England: rengland@ymcabaycity.org.