Lead Infant Teacher - Central United Methodist

YMCA of Central New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

YMCA of Central New Mexico in Albuquerque seeks a Lead Infant Teacher to direct the program, implement curriculum, and guide staff in a manner that reflects the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

You will collaborate with the Program Coordinator to design daily activities, supervise classrooms, and conduct parent conferences while promoting a supportive, inclusive environment for infants and families.

Qualifications

• Meets state-imposed educational and experience qualifications.
• At least 18 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire.
• Experience with children in a developmental setting.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Experience with diverse populations.
• Able to hold State License for the classroom (Infant, Toddler and Preschool)

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Coordinator with development and implements curriculum within established guidelines.
• Designs and implements daily lesson/activity.
• Assist Program Coordinator to insure proper participant/staff ratios as per guidelines.
• Assist Program Coordinator in planning and preparation of a creative learning environment, establishing centers of interest, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Conducts parent conferences, maintains communication with parents, and engages parents as volunteers.
• Maintains program site and facilities.
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AED

Child Abuse Prevention

Child Development

Activity Planning

Diversity Experience

Job description

Overview

The Lead Infant Teacher will provide direction for the program and staff, and implement program curriculum in the classroom and provide a quality experience to children and parents that focus on the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Responsibilities

• Assist Program Coordinator with development and implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Designs and implements daily lesson/activity
• Assist Program Coordinator to insure proper participant/staff ratios as per
• Assist Program Coordinator in planning and preparation of a creative learning environment, establishing centers of interest, and preparing needed materials and
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each
• Conducts parent conferences, maintains communication with parents, and engages parents as volunteers.
• Maintains program site and
• Maintains required program
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law (if the state sets The YMCA should establish minimum qualification standards if the state has no requirements).
• At least 18 years of age (The age minimum may be higher depending on state law).
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Previous experience with diverse
• Able to hold State License for the classroom (Infant, Toddler and Preschool)

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Posted Salary Range

USD $14.50 - USD $18.00 /Hr.