Early Childhood Program Assistant

GLOW YMCA, Inc.; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

GLOW YMCA, Inc. is seeking a qualified early childhood teacher to deliver curriculum for preschool and early elementary ages. You will plan engaging activities, assess development, and collaborate with families and staff to ensure a quality YMCA experience.

The role requires NYS teaching certification and a commitment to ongoing professional development, with opportunities to involve families in program activities.

Qualifications

• Current NYS teaching certification for birth to grade 2 or grade 6.
• Minimum 19 years old and valid NY Driver's License.
• Bachelor’s in ECE or related field, or teaching license with plan to obtain early childhood certification.
• CPR/First Aid/AED and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire.
• At least 6 months preschool experience; experience with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Implements curriculum within established guidelines.
• Designs daily lesson/activity plans meeting state benchmarks.
• Supervises children, classroom, and activities.
• Performs ongoing observations and evaluations of each child.
• Conducts parent conferences and maintains positive relationships.
• Engages parents as volunteers.
• Supervises classroom aides as assigned.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains program records.
• Attends family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and trainings.
• Participates in annual professional development.

Skills

Curriculum design

Observation & assessment

Parent communication

Classroom supervision

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Birth to Grade 2 or Grade 6 teaching certification (NYS)

Bachelor’s in early childhood education or related field

Plan to obtain early childhood certification within 5 years

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications

Job description

GLOW YMCA, Inc. is seeking a qualified early childhood teacher to deliver curriculum for preschool and early elementary ages. You will plan engaging activities, assess development, and collaborate with families and staff to ensure a quality YMCA experience.

The role requires NYS teaching certification and a commitment to ongoing professional development, with opportunities to involve families in program activities.