Emerging ECE Pathway: Entry-Level Training & Mentorship

Armed Services YMCA National Headquarters; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bloodborne Pathogens

Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting

Medication administration and storage

First Aid & CPR

Job summary

The Emerging Educators Pathway is a six-week program at the Armed Services YMCA Norfolk Child Development Center. It offers on-the-job experience and mentorship for individuals with little or no experience in Early Childhood Education.

Participants will gain practical knowledge in developmentally appropriate practices, observation, and documentation, while pursuing certifications such as Blood Borne Pathogens and First Aid & CPR upon completion.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass Federal, State, Child Protective Services Checks, National Sex Offender Registry and if living out of the State of Virginia in the last 5 years all applicable Out of State checks applicable.
• Commitment to attending 90%+ of academy program activity is required.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
• Required to do considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping, standing, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ongoing assessments of children including completing observations, and developmental checklists.
• Observe effective ways to support each child's individual learning and development by providing an environment offering developmentally appropriate curriculum and materials.
• Learn about inclusion and following the child’s IEP or IFSP.
• Assist with implementing a daily program balancing activities, indoor/outdoor play, and safe transitions.
• Collaborate with a lead teacher to develop and implement lesson plans based on ELM curriculum.
• Provide opportunities for creative self-expression through art, music, movement, and dramatic play.
• Support social and emotional development by fostering independence and positive relationships.
• Encourage positive guidance with clear, consistent limits and realistic expectations.
• Support home language, culture, and family composition.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Emerging Educators Pathway is a six-week program at the Armed Services YMCA Norfolk Child Development Center. It offers on-the-job experience and mentorship for individuals with little or no experience in Early Childhood Education.

Participants will gain practical knowledge in developmentally appropriate practices, observation, and documentation, while pursuing certifications such as Blood Borne Pathogens and First Aid & CPR upon completion.