YWCA Lower Cape Fear Job Description Position:

Lead Teacher Infants Classification:

Full-time ,

Non-Exempt Reports To:

Bright Future Childcare Center Director Position Summary:

The Leader is responsible for the care and education of a group of children and functions as a Lead Teacher or co-leader. The leader plans and implements a weekly lesson plan and works with parents to assess the needs of individual children and support the YWCA's mission of eliminating racism and empowering women.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age;
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency;
• 6 months' experience in a licensed childcare facility;
• First Aid and CPR certified;
• SIDS or acquired within 3 months of training;
• Must be able to obtain an approval letter of qualification from DCDEE; TB test and Physical Assessment;
• Must have credentials EDU 119;
• Must pass a criminal background check, and;
• Must hold a valid NC driver's license to drive the YWCA vans if needed.

Responsibilities:

To support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance

• To establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment that is clean, safe, stimulating and which is appropriate for each child's development
• Treat each child, parent, family member and coworker with dignity and respect;
• Consider the individual child in relationship to his/her culture and socioeconomic background, and;
• Help each child become aware of his role as an integral member of a group. To maintain a commitment to professionalism
• Attend all staff meetings and other mandatory or required in-service trainings;
• Maintain flexibility and consistency with all staff;
• Maintain confidentiality regarding staff, families, and children at all times;
• Relate to families in a positive and respectful manner;
• Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the program at all times.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$31,200.00 - $38,480.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person