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Early Childhood Infant/Toddler Teacher-FT (6 weeks to 2 years old) - Central YMCA Family Location
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$38,603 / year median in Delaware
+9% projected growth
Job Description
at YMCA of Delaware in Wilmington, Delaware, United States Job Description Essential Responsibilities Supervise the children, classroom, and all activities as assigned while exhibiting safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate child care practices. Provide daily care for children including diapering, toileting, feeding, and supporting social/emotional needs. Encourage, engage and support children in all classroom activities including instructional times, meal times, transitions, and gross motor activities. Implement positive behavior management techniques. Plan, implement and actively participate in daily age-appropriate classroom activities to ensure all children are provided an opportunity to learn. Observe children and document their progress and development. Communicate effectively with co-workers, branch administration, and parents to develop & maintain positive relationships that encourage collaboration, consistency and increase parent participation. Ensure the facility and all equipment is clean, well-maintained, and safe on a daily basis. Complete and maintain required program documentation including, but not limited to, attendance, meal counts, and daily parent communication. Attend and actively participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development trainings. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account