Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Lead Teacher- Infants

POSITION: Lead Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field OR An Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and two years’ experience related to the care and development of children. Must be able to lift 45 lbs. and have movement ability to sit, stand, crawl, climb, lift overhead, bend and move from sitting position on floor to standing position. Respect for children and their parents, as well as a belief in the individuality of each child, a commitment to the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women.

DEFINITION: Leads classroom of children and implements in the supervision of all aspects of the child care program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop plans based on developmentally age appropriate activities, to provide the children with a consistent daily routine.

2. Prepare a suitable physical and nurturing environment for ALL children so that they may grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually.

3. Ensures that the Center meets licensing and all other legal compliance regulations including Department of Public Welfare (DPW), Keystone STARS, Pre-K Counts, and Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

4. Develop lesson plans for activities based on the needs of the children. Areas of concentration include: Language Arts, Math, Science, Cognitive Development, Creative Art, Self Help, Motor Activities, and Community Awareness.

5. Maintain a team atmosphere within the room; including delegation of daily responsibilities.

6. Instruct, and supervise assistants in the planning and implementing of daily activities and creating a positive, stimulating room environment.

7. Assess the children in their classroom by using developmental assessments twice per year. Assists with the

recording of data into the ELN (Early Learning Network) system prior to scheduled deadlines.

8. Hold parent/teacher conferences twice a year.

9. Maintain appropriate interactions with children, parents and staff. Maintain a positive atmosphere within the classroom.

10. Work cooperatively with team members to uphold a positive affiliation with the School District of Lancaster (e.g. Teen Parenting Program, Early Childhood Education Program, etc.)

11. Stay familiar with all YWCA of Lancaster policies and procedures, Child Care Manual procedures, Keystone STARS, and Pre-K Counts(if applicable) requirements to ensure program quality.

12. Keep records on children and supervise record keeping done by assistants

13. Orient new parents and staff to room and meet with parents when needed.

14. Attend monthly staff meetings.

15. Attend a minimum of 27 hours of training per year.

Maintain a current Professional Development Record for Keystone Stars.

16. Work cooperatively with other YWCA Child Care programs.

17. Advocate for Early Childhood Education programs in the state of Pennsylvania.

18. Enforce center policies with parents, students, and children.

19. Uphold and demonstrate to all staff, students, parents and children the YWCA mission.

22. Perform other duties as assigned

DIRECT ACCOUNTABILITY: Center Director

HOURS: Monday – Friday 40 hours per week

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lancaster, PA 17602: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• care and development of children: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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