EC Lead Teacher (BA) PT

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Palatine (IL); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 33.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago seeks a part-time EC Lead Teacher (BA) for Palatine, IL. The role focuses on creating a nurturing and educational environment, planning age-appropriate curricula, and promoting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development for young children.

You will collaborate with families and staff to ensure a high-quality early childhood education experience, lead a classroom effectively, and participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with best

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in early childhood education.
• Experience leading and managing a classroom environment effectively.
• Strong understanding of child development principles and excellent communication with families and staff.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement an age-appropriate curriculum.
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess and document children's progress and share feedback with parents.
• Collaborate with assistant teachers and staff for effective classroom management.
• Communicate regularly with families to build strong partnerships.
• Participate in professional development to stay current with best practices.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and YMCA policies.
• Foster a positive and respectful atmosphere among children, staff, and families.

Conocimientos

Child development

Communication

Classroom management

Assessment & documentation

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Descripción del empleo

The EC Lead Teacher (BA) PT at YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is responsible for creating a nurturing and educational environment for young children. The role involves planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child. The Lead Teacher will collaborate with families and staff to ensure a high-quality early childhood education experience.

Job Purpose

The EC Lead Teacher (BA) PT at YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is responsible for creating a nurturing and educational environment for young children. The role involves planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum that promotes the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child. The Lead Teacher will collaborate with families and staff to ensure a high-quality early childhood education experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a curriculum that meets the developmental needs of children and aligns with YMCA standards.
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages learning and exploration.
• Assess and document children's progress and development, providing feedback to parents and guardians.
• Collaborate with assistant teachers and staff to ensure effective classroom management and support.
• Communicate regularly with families to build strong partnerships and involve them in their child's learning journey.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing and accreditation standards and YMCA policies.
• Foster a positive and respectful atmosphere among children, staff, and families.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in early childhood education settings
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum
• Experience in leading and managing a classroom environment effectively

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong understanding of child development principles and practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children, parents, and staff
• Ability to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that supports the growth and development of young children
• Proficiency in assessing and documenting children's progress and development
• Capability to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a team-oriented atmosphere
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with best practices in early childhood education