Head Start Assistant Teacher - Cherry Creek

Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio in; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Young Men's Christian Association of Central Ohio is seeking a Head Start Assistant Teacher to support youth development and implement educational programs. This role requires collaboration with team members to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, assisting children and families in achieving developmental goals. Applicants should be passionate about early childhood education and capable of performing physical demands as necessary. A sign-on bonus is available for full-time teaching staff.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Responsible for promoting youth development and implementing Head Start policies.
• Must manage a clean classroom environment and maintain documentation.
• Requires physical capability to lift children and perform multiple physical duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and implement Head Start programs according to performance standards.
• Assist in the development of individualized learning experiences.
• Ensure safety and compliance with child care regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Child Development Knowledge

Communication

Education

Early Childhood Education Certification

Job description

Young Men's Christian Association of Central Ohio

Head Start Assistant Teacher - Cherry Creek (Transportation)

***SIGN ON BONUS for Full Time Teaching Staff***
$250 after 90 days, $750 after 6 months of employment

Job Responsibilities:

1. Promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility by exemplifying cause-driven leadership and professionalism at all times.
2. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to YMCA and Head Start Code of Conducts.
3. Assist in supervising and implementing the program according to Head Start Performance Standards and YMCA policies.
4. Complete duties related to the Child and Adult Care Food Program and maintain prompt attendance, following procedures for absences.
5. Collaborate with team members to meet the needs of children and families, including children with special needs.
6. Assist in creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment based on Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP), curriculum, and standards.
7. Help plan and implement individualized learning experiences, using assessment data and family input.
8. Support children's development and progress towards school readiness goals through ongoing assessment.
9. Promote positive teacher-child interactions, providing appropriate affection, praise, and consistent behavior expectations.
10. Maintain a clean and organized learning space and support healthy eating practices.
11. Record and maintain necessary documentation, including attendance, CACFP forms, and child progress data.
12. Participate in supervision and ensure routines, transitions, and outdoor activities meet ratio requirements and safety standards.
13. Act as person in charge when necessary, handling emergencies and record access according to regulations.
14. Engage families as the child's first teachers, sharing developmental information, establishing learning goals, and promoting family involvement.
15. Attend all scheduled home visits and parent-teacher conferences.
16. Perform physical duties required by the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds, and ensure safety in a potentially loud environment.

Physical Demands: Regular talking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, using hands, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, occasional climbing, balancing, tasting, smelling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision.

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