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Early Childhood Teacher FT Dillard

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WICHITA FALLS

Early Childhood Teacher FT Dillard

Wichita Falls, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.00 - $16.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
flexible scheduling

Job Description

The YMCA is a well-established nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through various programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. With a rich history of impacting lives positively, the YMCA operates numerous centers nationwide offering enriching activities for children and families. The organization's mission emphasizes nurturing the potential of every child and teen, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The YMCA is recognized for its family-friendly environment, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on holistic development of individuals in the community.

This position at the YMCA is for a Classroom Teacher... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must meet or exceed state licensing requirements for age (18), education, and experience
  • must submit to and expect to pass a licensing fingerprint check
  • must maintain a current CPR/AED/First Aid certificate
  • must maintain a current Food Handler's certificate
  • must maintain 30 hours of professional development each year
  • ability to plan, lead and participate in activities
  • must be able to repeatedly bend, stoop, run and lift and carry children
  • must be able to effectively interact and communicate with children, parents, and staff

Job Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, a CDA, or previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred
  • previous experience working with children in a developmental or licensed childcare setting preferred
  • ability to implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities
  • must be able to effectively interact and communicate with children, parents, and staff
  • knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards related to childcare
  • ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities
  • strong interpersonal skills and the ability to mentor and train assistant teachers
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • familiarity with child development records and documentation

Job Duties

  • Plans and implements curriculum activities and lesson plans that promote children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
  • implements program schedule for the classroom, outdoor time, meals, snacks, and special activities
  • uses positive guidance techniques consistent with state regulations, counsels children when social, academic or adjustment problems arise
  • keeps accurate and current records of each child's developmental milestones, student accidents, anecdotal records, and attendance
  • establishes developmentally appropriate room arrangement, décor, and learning environment in the classroom
  • plans formal and informal parent conferences with director's guidance
  • ensures that daily list of activities is posted for parents, maintains classroom bulletin boards
  • supervises specific classroom's assistant teacher in all aspects of their position, mentors assistant teacher to develop the required skills and expertise needed to ensure classroom curriculum is implemented and an appropriate classroom environment is maintained
  • assists in training new staff and familiarizing them with program practices, forms, and schedules
  • observes, records, and reports to director any significant behavior of children or staff that could adversely affect the quality of care provided
  • actively participates in center events, staff training sessions, meetings, and programs
  • immediately notifies the Director of needed repairs to the building, play area, equipment or toys throughout the facility
  • ensures that children are not exposed to equipment or situations that could affect their health or safety
  • accepts temporary work assignments or schedules in the event regularly scheduled staff is not available, such as answering the phones, cooking, assisting in management of program to fit the needs of the association and as assigned by manager
  • properly maintains educational materials and equipment
  • ensures that children are using equipment in an appropriate manner
  • keeps classroom and other play areas safe, neat, and clean
  • may work at any location and adjust schedule as needed
  • performs other duties as assigned by manager

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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