ECEAP Lead Teacher — Flexible Schedule & Community Impact

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Cheney (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family YMCA membership with program ? 

Paid sick time accrual

Medical, Dental Insurance, FSAs, LTDI,

10 paid holidays per year

Paid vacation time accrual

Child Care subsidy: Infant/Toddler $<b

Child Watch on-site

Flexible schedules

Retirement plan with employer matching

Job summary

YMCA of the Inland Northwest in Cheney, WA is seeking an ECEAP Lead Teacher to develop an inclusive, engaging program for children and families. You will build lasting relationships through conversations and progress updates, guiding classroom activities and ensuring safety and compliance with licensing standards.

The role requires an Early Childhood Education certificate within 5 years, prior experience with diverse groups, and ability to collaborate with families and staff while upholding YMCA

Qualifications

• Must have, or willing to receive, Early Childhood Education Certificate within 5 years of hire.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental, diverse setting required.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Required prior to first day: Negative TB test within the past 6 months, MMR Vaccination
• Required Completion on first day of hire: Registered in DCYF MERIT*, Blood Borne Pathogens*, apply for a portable background check*.
• Required within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention training*, First Aid/CPR Certifications*, Food Handlers Permit*, 30 Hours Basic Training* or Educational Exemption
• Understands the YMCA if a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Cultivates positive relationships with children, families and co-workers remaining dedicated to the learning and success of each unique child
• Leads assigned classroom by supervising, designing, engaging, and nurturing children in purposeful programming
• Adheres to ECEAP, Washington State DCYF Licensing, Early Achievers and YMCA standards as implemented by Program Supervisor and ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and safety standards.
• Conducts ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of individual children as required, and support in maintaining required program records as requested by ECEAP and program supervisor.
• Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress; conducts family conferences; connects families to the Y.
• Maintains program site, equipment inventory, and required program records to ensure a safe, well-operating learning center
• Attends and engages with coworkers and participants in family nights, family home visits, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
• Demonstrate through action and interaction with staff, Y participants and the public the Four Character Development Principles of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility.

Job description

YMCA of the Inland Northwest in Cheney, WA is seeking an ECEAP Lead Teacher to develop an inclusive, engaging program for children and families. You will build lasting relationships through conversations and progress updates, guiding classroom activities and ensuring safety and compliance with licensing standards.

The role requires an Early Childhood Education certificate within 5 years, prior experience with diverse groups, and ability to collaborate with families and staff while upholding YMCA