Early Childhood Lead Teacher

YMCA OF THE NORTH in; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Early Childhood Lead Teacher to guide a dynamic team in delivering quality childcare services. This role emphasizes collaboration with team members to create a nurturing environment that fosters children's development across various domains. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education, capable of planning engaging activities, and committed to upholding the organization's core values of equity, honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in the community.

Qualifications

• Must meet teacher qualifications and have CPR/First Aid certifications.
• Strong commitment to child development and ability to lead activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classroom activities and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Implement curriculum and maintain communication with families.
• Train and provide direction to team members.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work with Diverse Populations

Education

Minnesota DHS Rule 3 or Wisconsin HFS 46 Teacher qualifications

CPR and First Aid Certifications

Job description

Early Childhood Lead Teacher (Education)

1. Job Summary:

Under the direction of the CC Program Director, The Child Care Team Lead Teacher provides work direction for team members in the classroom(s) and oversees and ensures success of program delivery. The incumbent works cooperatively with team members in the classroom and administrators to carry out the child care mission and vision. The incumbent provides quality childcare services to children and families that focus on the YMCA core values: equity, honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

2. Essential Functions:

1. Work with supervisor to implement curriculum within the established guidelines.
2. Meet the social, emotional, physical, cognitive and language development of the children.
3. Develop and maintain a positive classroom community.
4. Make ongoing, systemic observations and evaluations of each child.
5. Design and implement daily lesson/activity plans.
6. Engage, develop and ensure the safety of the children.
7. Oversee all activities in the classroom.
8. Conduct family conferences and maintain communication with families.
9. Maintain program site and equipment.
10. Onboard, train, develop, and provide work direction to team members.
11. Provide work direction to team members while on duty and assist in training.
12. Assist with annual performance reviews and applicant interviews within the child care program.
13. May support the Asst. Director/Program Director in providing daily leadership and communication to team members and families.
14. Maintain required program records and children's files.
15. Maintain licensing/NAEYC accreditation requirements.
16. Maintain CACFP and Minnesota Department of Health Licensing for meals and snacks, Licensing standards, NAEYC, Parent Aware if applicable.
17. Attend required meetings, trainings, and other activities.

3. Relationships:

The incumbent interacts regularly with children, parents, and team members. The incumbent oversees and directs the daily work duties of the child care aides/assistant teachers within the classroom. This position involves interaction with parents, children, and staff from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

4. Qualifications:

Required:

1. Meet Minnesota DHS Rule 3 or Wisconsin HFS 46 Teacher qualifications, including yearly in-service requirements.
2. Minimum 21 years of age.
3. Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
4. Commitment to working with children in a developmental setting and a sincere desire to have a meaningful effect on their lives.
5. Ability to plan, organize and implement program activities.
6. Excellent skills in teaching, communication, and human relations.
7. Ability to work with diverse populations.

Preferred:

1. Meet NAEYC accreditation requirements.
2. Knowledge of CACFP Program requirements.
3. Previous work experience leading programming for children.
4. Supervisory experience.

5. Work Conditions:

1. Perform all physical aspects of the position, including frequently moving around, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time.
2. Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
3. May provide children with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding, and getting in or out of transportation.
4. May be exposed to verbal outbursts, physical actions or bodily fluids as part of the child care environment.
5. Ability to travel to other branches and programs.
6. Must be flexible to work varying hours to meet the needs of the site.

6. Additional Notes:

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association success.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge

The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the associations mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility. The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.