Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Site Director/Coordinator, the Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing the daily activities in the Child Care programs for the Kettle Moraine YMCA.

Essential Functions:

• Follows the DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers, the YMCA Child Care Policies and the Orientation packet.
• Implements age appropriate curriculum by developing lesson plans that contribute to the growth and self esteem of the children.
• Mentors assistants and volunteers.
• Maintains a safe, orderly environment, which includes housekeeping duties.
• Interacts with children at their level and provides supervision for a safe environment.
• Assists in meal/snack preparation.
• Reports any problems/concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Greets and communicates with parents, keeps all interactions positive and is sensitive to the feelings of children and parents.
• Communicates appropriately with co-workers.
• Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, volunteers, other staff, and the communities we serve.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• 2 years experience in Child Care.
• Preferred supervisory experience.
• Educational qualifications in compliance with DCF Wisconsin Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
• Current CPR/AED certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete and pass fingerprint, Health Physical and TB test.
• The ability to appropriately interact with children at their cognitive level.

Physical Demands:

1. The ability to lift 40 lbs.

2. The ability to interact with children at their cognitive level.

3. The ability to participate in physical activities with the children.

Summary:

Make a difference in the lives of children! Interact and engage with children before and/or after school, in age appropriate activities. Spend time having fun, building relationships, and helping children grow as a Y School Age Teacher!

Working at the Y Offers Flexible Scheduling to work with your availability and is a fun environment to improve the quality of life of those in our community!

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