Early Learning Floater

YMCA of Collier County | Naples; Naples (FL); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

YMCA of Collier County | Naples is seeking an Early Learning Assistant/Floater to support teachers in the Early Learning Center and Kids Zone, delivering engaging activities and ensuring a safe, positive learning environment.

The role includes assisting with curriculum and lesson planning, maintaining attendance and development records, and coordinating with leadership during meetings. Onsite attendance is required, with opportunities to cover as needed and work with diverse groups of families.

Qualifikationen

• Certification in Infant, Child and Adult CPR, and Basic First Aid.
• Completion of 45-hour child care course required by the State of Florida.
• 18 years or older.
• Must be able to stand, be outdoors, and maintain physical endurance; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in English.

Aufgaben

• Assist classroom teacher in developing and implementing curriculum, lesson plans, and daily schedule.
• Oversee specific components of classroom management as assigned.
• Monitor children at all times.
• Assist with ensuring appropriate coverage of Kid Zone program hours as needed.
• Keep written records of children’s development and skills.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records.
• Attend regular meetings with the Early Learning Manager/Director, the Youth and Family Director, and teaching staff.
• Organize room before and clean room and playground after daily Program.
• Maintain and preserve all program equipment and supplies.
• Report all problems, incidents, and accidents to supervisor immediately.
• Complete written incident/illness/accident reports as necessary with teacher assistance.
• Promote a positive relationship with parents by greeting them daily and sharing information in a timely manner.
• Be a supportive member of the team and substitute when the lead teacher is out.

Kenntnisse

CPR/First Aid Certification

English proficiency

Driver's license

Ausbildung

45-hour Florida child care course

CPR/First Aid Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

The Early Learning Assistant/Floater position supports the work of the YMCA of Collier County, Inc., a leading not-for-profit organization committed to strengthening the communities in Collier County through its core focus areas of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The Early Learning Assistant/Floater assists the supervisor and teachers in providing excellent educational opportunities and care for young children in both the Early Learning Center and Kids Zone program.

Essential Functions

• Assist classroom teacher in developing and implementing classroom curriculum, lesson plans, and daily schedule.
• Oversee specific components of classroom management as assigned.
• Monitor children at all times.
• Assist with ensuring appropriate coverage of Kid Zone program hours as needed.
• Keep written records of children’s development and skills.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records.
• Attend regular meetings with the Early Learning Manager/Director, the Youth and Family Director, and teaching staff to discuss, assess, and plan for various aspects of the Program such as curriculum, lesson plans, schedule, classroom procedures, children’s development, extracurricular activities, concerns of or about parents, and any other issues that may arise.
• Organize room before and clean room and playground after daily Program.
• Maintain and preserve all program equipment and supplies.
• Report all problems, incidents, and accidents to supervisor immediately.
• Complete written incident/illness/accident reports as necessary with teacher assistance.
• Promote a positive relationship with parents by making a point of greeting them daily, sharing good news about their children with them, and informing them of any relevant information in a timely manner.
• Be a supportive member of the team with the ability to act as a substitute when the lead teacher is out.

Requirements

• Meet all Department of Children and Family standards.
• Certification in Infant, Child and Adult CPR, and Basic First Aid.
• Completion of 45-hour child care course required by the State of Florida.
• 18 years or older
• Hold and maintain a driver’s license with reliable transportation.
• Must be able to stand, remain outdoors, and maintain continual physical endurance for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs., watch, listen, and facilitate group activities.
• Must be mentally alert and be able to process and follow directions.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in the English language.
• Onsite attendance is required of this position.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

The YMCA of Collier County, Inc., a leading not-for-profit organization, is committed to strengthening the communities in Collier County through its core focus areas of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.

We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.

We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.