Certified Teacher-Preschool

Montclair Ymca

Montclair (NJ)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 64,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Staff discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Montclair YMCA is seeking a Certified Teacher-Preschool to provide a safe, fun, and educational environment for children. The role emphasizes the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, with responsibilities spanning lesson planning, supervision, and family communication.

The position is full-time, onsite in Montclair, NJ, with a salary of $58,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package including PTO and health coverage.

Qualifications

Must possess NJ P-3 teaching certification and maintain NJ DOE certifications.
Ability to supervise children and ensure safety in a classroom setting.
Experience implementing preschool curricula aligned with school district objectives.

Responsibilities

Greet children and families on arrival.
Plan and deliver instructional lessons aligned with district objectives.
Supervise outdoor play and classroom transitions.
Maintain learning centers and prepare materials for lessons.
Record and monitor children's progress and communicate with parents.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication with parents

Classroom management

Safety awareness

Education

NJ P-3 teaching certification

NJ Department of Education certification

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Regular Hourly Full-Time Professional Montclair, NJ, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1680

To proceed with your application for this position, please complete the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment linked below. Ensure you finish the assessment for your application to be reviewed.

The Certified Teacher-Preschool serves as a member of the Montclair Y staff team and therefore should maintain the qualifications for teacher status as listed in the New Jersey Department of Education policy and through Montclair Y’s standards. Under the direction of Director and/or Assistant Director and in harmony with the mission and purpose of the established policies and goals of Montclair Y, the Certified Teacher-Preschool is responsible for a variety of instructional, clerical and/or classroom tasks, providing a safe, fun, and positive environment for participants. The Certified Teacher leads in the education, health, welfare, and safety of the members enrolled in their classroom and the center. The Certified Teacher must demonstrate commitment to the YMCA’s four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

OUR CULTURE

At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying, and meeting our community needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Greet each child and parent upon arrival.

Visually scan each child upon arrival and check for illness, disease, or any physical impairment. Note in daily report.

Demonstratewarmthtowardchildrenandsetpositiveexamplesbyalwaysusingapleasantandcalmspeaking voice.

Comfort children whenneeded.

Plan and deliver instructional lessons aligned with the Montclair School District’s instructionalobjectives.

Accompanychildren(toplayground,andexteriorofbuilding)tosuperviseactivitiessuchasoutdoorplay,andfire drills.

Must be able to set up cots/mats inclassroom.

Reinforceskillsbyusingpuppets,flannelboards,manipulativesetc.onaone-to-oneorsmallgroupbasis.

Select appropriate songs andstories.

Read and sing with classdaily.

Supervise fine and gross motor activities indoors andoutside.

Plan free play activities/afternoonactivities.

Assist children in maintaining proper personalhygiene.

Prepare materials forlessons.

Prepare learning center and bulletinboards.

Serve snacks andmeals.

Maintaintheclassroom(i.e.,cleaningtoystwiceaweek,keepingtoys,books,andgamesinanorderlyfashion).

Record and evaluate children'sprogress.

Communicatewithparentsanddirectorsaboutanyissuesregardingchild'sdailyproblems/concerns.

Attending all requiredmeetings.

Complete and maintain all classroomrecords.

Mentor and supervise assistantteachers.

Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, andparticipants.

AttendrequiredAbuseRiskManagementtrainingandadheretoproceduresrelatedtomanaginghigh-riskactivities and supervising members andparticipants.

Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.

Ensure members, volunteers and vendors are properly signed in and signed out, ensure only authorized employees, members, volunteers, and vendors are allowed in thefacility.

Provide for professional growth by attending workshops andreading.

Perform other duties as requested by the Directorand/or designee.

BefullyawareofthepoliciesofGeyerEarlyLearningCenterandadheretosuchguidelinesdaily.

MaintainloyaltytotheY,conductselfwithprofessionalintegrity,respecttheconfidentialityoffamilies served, and be always an appropriate role model for thechildren/parents.

Risk/Facility Management: All Staff are responsible for assuring the safety of Y members/participants and for the care, maintenance, and safety of the all-Y facility/program environments. In addition, all staff are required to report accidents/incidents/emergencies immediately to the Director and/or designer. Staff must also adhere to YMCA confidentiality requirements related to all reportedincidents.

Quality Assurance: All staff are expected to plan, deliver, and maintain quality programs, facilities, and program environments. Staff will be expected to follow YMCA best practices for their program/membership discipline and to meet or exceed YMCA of Montclair’sexpectations.

Training/Staff Meetings: Attend all mandatory training and staff meetings, risk management training within the specified timeframes. Keep abreast of current trends in facilities and risk management.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Communication & Influence

Developing Self & Others

Functional Expertise

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 18 years old or older.

Must possess a NJ P-3 teaching certification or a Certificate ofEligibility.

Must maintain certifications as required by the NJ Department ofEducation.

Must possess, maintain, and renew CPR for the Professional Rescuer, EPI, Asthma and First Aid within 90 days of hire.

Must have the ability to take charge of a group of children and come up with activities/games at a moment’s notice, if need be.

Must have stamina and physical flexibility (walking, sitting, standing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, running, stretching, reaching, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.) to participate in children's activities and communicate with children face to face.

Must be able to accompany children up and downstairs to supervise activities such as outdoor play, and fire drills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee frequently is required to walk, bend, kneel, and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.

Must have stamina and physical flexibility (walking, sitting, standing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, running, stretching, reaching, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.) to participate in children's activities.