Early Learning Lead Teacher

Company: YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
Location: Wyoming
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
This position is for our YMCA Child Development Center at the SpartanNash YMCAOUR CULTURE:Guiding Principles describe our behaviors to support our organization's work throughout its life in all circumstances, irrespective of changes in goals, strategies, and leadership. Our Guiding Principles are as follows: CULTIVATE-We grow staff and volunteer leaders who will be stewards of the Y mission, resources, and opportunities. We OWN-We think long-term and act on behalf of the organization, beyond our own team. WELCOME-We are inclusive of all people and all communities. SERVE-We provide timely and excellent service to members, volunteers, community, and each other. We are curious about new possibilities and act to explore them. UNITE-We work together to achieve big goals and speak as one voice. RESPECT-We treat others with kindness and speak positively about other people in all situations. PLAY-We celebrate, appreciate, and have fun!The YMCA of Great Grand Rapids utilizes a Membership By Design framework, which is a member involvement and community building model for YMCAs across the country. All staff members-front-line, management, full- and part-time-and volunteers have a role to play in member engagement. These responsibilities can be broken into six steps:Staff and volunteers encourage potential members to enroll in programs and activities that meet their needs.Staff and volunteers ask members continually about their satisfaction with a program or activity, track responses, listen to suggestions, and respond promptly in a manner consistent with the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.Relationship Building: Staff and volunteers are open, friendly, and approachable to all YMCA members and participants. Staff and volunteers initiate interaction with and between members.Education and Conversion: Staff and volunteers know about and share their knowledge of the YMCA, its programs, its policies, its mission, its values, and how it benefits members and the community.Volunteerism and Leadership: Staff and volunteers create opportunities for members to volunteer in their areas of interest, and they ask members to do so whenever appropriate.Staff and volunteers encourage members to own the YMCA, using words such as we, us, and our association (and actions that match those words) to include members as well as staff and volunteers.POSITION SUMMARY:The Lead Teacher is responsible for the planning, developing, and implementation of classroom activities. This position requires face-to-face leadership in this program and may involve early morning responsibilities. This position will be Monday-Friday, shift times will vary between 7am-5pm.PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIESPlans and leads daily lesson plansOrganizes and participates in games and activitiesProvides weekly lesson plans to parentsProvides each participant's parent with information on individual activities on a daily basisPrepares materials for daily activitiesMaintains records of attendance and arrival and departure timesMaintains supervision of childrenConducts parent-teacher conferences at least annuallyMaintains the quality and quantity of supplies, equipment, and materials in the classroomDisciplines children and recommends or initiates other measures to control behaviorHandles parent concernsPerforms any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand RapidsCOMPENSATION$15.49 - $19.36 Full-Time; Non-Exempt (40 hours/week)BENEFITSFree YMCA Family Membership!50% discount off the regular rate for each child registered in a YMCA childcare program. Full-time YMCA employees working in a licensed childcare program will receive a 50% discount on all Early Learning (including infant room), School-Age, and Day Camp registrations.Health/Dental/Vision InsurancePaid Time OffPaid HolidaysUp to 10% retirement contribution upon eligibilityThe YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. More information can be found here .Community Discounts, and more!

Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONSAssociate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Infant/Toddler CDA PREFERRED, or proof of current enrollment in CDA or college level Early Childhood Education program required ; Bachelor's Degree (BA) preferred; six months to one year childcare related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with infants, toddlers, preschool and school age children. Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications. YMCA experience preferred.CERTIFICATIONSBlood Borne Pathogen trainingCPR Certification required within the first 60 daysFirst Aid Certification required within the first 60 daysState of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)FingerprintingDHS clearanceNegative T.B. skin testYMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:Functional ExpertiseHas the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.Uses best practices, guidelines, and industry standards as a framework to improve performance.Developing Self & OthersSupports members, participants, or project teams in achieving their goals.Reflects on and learns from successes and mistakes.Proactively shares information, experiences, lessons learned, and suggestions to help others be more successful.Volunteers for challenging tasks or projects in an effort to grow and develop.Solicits and is open to informal learning opportunities to gain insight (e.g., performance feedback, coaching, and stretch assignments).InclusionEmbraces all dimensions of diversity (i.e., ability, age, culture, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, income, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, etc.) by treating all people with dignity, compassion, and respect.Creates a safe environment in which others feel welcome and respected.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The work environment and 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.TRAVEL:0 - 5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or trainingPM21PI187104902

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