Lead Early Childhood Educator

Young Mens Christian Association Of Wichita Falls; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth-focused care and education role with YMCA Early Learning Academy in Wichita Falls, TX. Plans daily curriculum, monitors safety, and communicates children’s progress to families. Supervises an assistant teacher and collaborates with the director to support staff and program quality.

Position requires at least a High School education, a CDA or an associate degree in ECE, valid CPR/First Aid, and fingerprint clearance. Day shift and classroom supervision are essential elements of this role.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, a CDA, or previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Must meet or exceed state licensing requirements for age (18), education, and experience.
• Must submit to and expect to pass a licensing fingerprint check.
• Must maintain a current CPR/AED/First Aid certificate, as well as maintain a current Food Handler’s certificate.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental or licensed childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements curriculum activities and lesson plans that promote children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
• Implements program schedule for the classroom, outdoor time, meals, snacks, and special activities.
• Maintains classroom records and developmental checklists.
• Ensures that daily lists of activities are posted for parents and keeps bulletin boards updated.
• Supervises and mentors assistant teachers and participates in staff training.

Education

Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA

Job description

Youth-focused care and education role with YMCA Early Learning Academy in Wichita Falls, TX. Plans daily curriculum, monitors safety, and communicates children’s progress to families. Supervises an assistant teacher and collaborates with the director to support staff and program quality.

Position requires at least a High School education, a CDA or an associate degree in ECE, valid CPR/First Aid, and fingerprint clearance. Day shift and classroom supervision are essential elements of this role.