Floater - Teacher (All Locations)

YMC; Atlanta (GA); Presencial; USD 18 000 - 25 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a dedicated Floater to support high-quality early childhood education for children and families. Under supervision, you will implement curriculum goals, assist in daily instructional activities, and help maintain a safe, clean classroom environment that aligns with Bright from the Start licensing and Quality Rated standards.

You will collaborate with staff, engage families, and participate in trainings to meet YMCA and regulatory requirements.

Qualificações

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• First Aid/CPR & 10 hour Health & Safety Orientation (BFTS) within 30 days of hire and maintain the certification.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure School Readiness/Academic Instruction by supporting lesson plans aligned with early learning standards.
• Assist lead teacher with language, literacy, math, science, and social-emotional activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe classroom and organized learning environment.
• Provide responsive, culturally sensitive care and build individual relationships with children.
• Communicate with families and participate in open communication when appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and program goals and complete incident reports when required.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

CDA/TCC preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone - especially children - experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.NATURE AND SCOPE:Under the direction of the Center Director, Assistant Director and Education Manager, the Floater is responsible to support the delivery of a high-quality educational experience for the children and families under his/her care. Must implement the program based on the programs goal and objectives. All decisions must be guided by the YMCA, Bright from the Start licensing, and Quality Rated. Parent involvement is critical to the impact and success of the overall program.RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):Ensure School Readiness/Academic Instruction:Daily assignments may include coverage for other staff during breaks and planning time, cleaning toys and other classroom equipment, clean common areas such as bathrooms, and outdoor play areas, removing garbage, inventory supplies, organize art and supplies cabinets.Utilize the curriculum goals and objectives to assist the lead and assistant teacher in developing lesson plans to support the early learning standards and include educational experiences in Language/Literacy, Math, Science, Social Studies, Creative (Music, Art and Drama), Social & Emotional, and Physical Development.Work as a team member to meet the needs of the children classroom and center.Develop individual relationships with children by providing care that is responsive attentive, consistent, comforting, supportive, and culturally sensitive.Assist in activities that relate to the weekly studies and extend on what they know about each student’s interest and their families.Implement family style meals, sit and eat with children, and engage them in conversation.When appropriate participate in open communication with parents.Ensure that the classroom environment is being kept clean and organized in accordance to program goals and philosophy.Keep all appropriate records and documentation that is required to when in a classroom.Maintain a safe and healthy environmentImplement family style meals, sit and eat with children, and engage them in conversation.Maintain compliance with the Y’s Way to the Creative Curriculum goals and objectives.Arrange the learning environment to support learning content areas and ITERS and ECERS criteria.Provide adequate supervision as defined by BFTS, Quality Rated, and the YMCA of children during all activities (indoors & outdoors) as well as during all times when children are under their direct care. Any lack of supervision that results in an injury of a student can be grounds for immediate termination.Complete Incident Reports and to follow the required documentation steps and protocol in reporting the incident to the Directors and families immediately.Follow all health and safety guidelines.Attend Pre-service, In-service and any special training sessions required by the program.Must attend all trainings that are guided and selected to ensure BFTS and YMCA training requirements are met.REQUIREMENT:Must have a high school diploma or GEDMust be 19 years of age or olderMust obtain First Aid/CPR & 10 hour Health & Safety Orientation (BFTS) within 30 days of hire and maintain the certificationCDA, TCC (preferred)Have experience working with childrenExcellent verbal/written communication skillsMust pass background check, BFTS, and drug testTB screening and a Physical must be submitted before workingErgonomic Requirements: Must be able to stand for long periods of time, move easily within the classroom and facilities, actively watch children, and be able to lift to 40 lbs. -Bending, stooping, standing, seeing, verbal communication and hearing. Pass annual TB and Physical.Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.Employment Requirement:Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.This job posting is subject to change at any time.The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.Location: