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YMCA of the Inland Northwest Lead Teacher in Spokane, Washington
POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Lead Teacher directs the classroom setting and creative program plans to a classroom of engaged and eager YMCA youth. The Lead Teacher creates and promotes positive rapport and shared interest with all youth, while also engaging with families to update them on progress.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Cultivates positive relationships with children, families and co-workers remaining dedicated to the learning and success of each unique child
Leads assigned classroom by supervising, designing, engaging, and nurturing children in purposeful programming
Adheres to Washington State DCYF Licensing, Early Achievers and YMCA standards as implemented by Program Supervisor and ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and safety standards.
Conducts ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of individual children as required, and support in maintaining required program records as requested by supervisor.
Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; conducts family conferences; connects families to the Y.
Maintains program site and equipment, and classroom cleanliness and organization to ensure a well-prepared learning environment for children.
Attends and engages with children, families and co-workers in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
Demonstrate through action and interaction with staff, Y participants and the public the Four Character Development Principles of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility.
* QUALIFICATIONS:*
- Must have, or willing to receive, Early Childhood Education Certificate within 5 years of hire.
- Previous experience working with children in a developmental, diverse setting required.
- Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
- Required prior to first day: Negative TB test within the past 6 months, MMR Vaccination
- Required Completion on first day of hire: Registered in DCYF MERIT, Blood Borne Pathogens, apply for a portable background check*.
- Required within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention training, First Aid/CPR Certifications, Food Handlers Permit, 30 Hours Basic Training or Educational Exemption
- Understands the YMCA if a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
*Indicates the training is Free or YMCA sponsored
*STARTING PAY: *$17.50/hr
WHAT YOU GET FROM WORKING AT THE YMCA:
Frequent opportunities to makes a difference in the lives of youth, adults, and senior members
Family YMCA membership with program discounts available
Paid sick time accruing at 1 hour every 40 hours worked
Medical, Dental Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical or Dependent Care, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Medical Insurance starts at $45/month for employee-only coverage.
10 paid holidays per year
Paid vacation time accruing at 7.66 hours a month (starting at 11 days per year)
Early Learning Child Care: $400/month for Infant or Toddler classrooms, and $300/month for Preschool classrooms
Up to two hours of Child Watch services per day, per child while employee is on site and working
Flexible schedules that work for YOU
Retirement p