Position Summary:

Monday - Friday 2pm - 6pm Must pass fingerprint background check. Provides direction for the program, and implements program curriculum in the classroom. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Essential Functions:

Implements curriculum within the established guidelines. Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child. Conducts parent conferences, maintains communication with parents, and engages parents as volunteers. Maintains program site and equipment. Maintains required program records. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.

Qualifications:

Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law (if the state sets requirements. The YMCA should establish minimum qualification standards if the state has no requirements). At least 18 years of age (The age minimum may be higher depending on state law). CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred. Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities Previous experience with diverse populations.

Physical Demands:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.

Qualifications:

Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law (if the state sets requirements. The YMCA should establish minimum qualification standards if the state has no requirements). At least 18 years of age (The age minimum may be higher depending on state law). CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred. Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities Previous experience with diverse populations.

Physical Demands:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.