Lead Preschool Teacher

YMCA of Greater Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City seeks a Lead Preschool Teacher to supervise classrooms, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations while nurturing children’s development. This part-time role emphasizes quality early childhood education with responsibilities ranging from lesson planning to parent communication. Dedicated educators with a CDA or relevant degree are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of teaching experience in licensed centers or preschools.
• Commitment to providing premier child care services.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing and directing the preschool classroom.
• Ensures compliance with child care regulations and maintains a safe environment.
• Prepares and implements weekly lesson plans and interacts with parents.

Skills

Public relations skills

Leadership skills

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Teaching experience

Lesson planning

Communication skills

Education

CDA or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Seven to nine semester hours in early childhood education/child development

Job description

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The Lead Teacher is responsible for supervising a preschool classroom encompassing the children and any teacher assistant(s). Responsible for continued compliance with the child care licensing regulations and ensuring a safe environment for the children.

OUR CULTURE

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Responsible for the management and direction of the classroom, implementation of the operation involving safety, nutrition, hygiene, discipline, curriculum, planning, programming, record keeping, and maintenance of classroom.

• Application of principles of quality early childhood education and programming.
• Public relations and leadership skills in working with perspective prospects, program parents, state licensing representatives and Y associates.
• Sensitivity to clientele and staff representing a variety of family, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Active involvement with, and supervision of children required at all times.
• Manages staff-to-child ratios within licensing standards and according to Y policies for classroom coverage.
• Prepares and implements weekly lesson plans, monthly newsletters and other forms of communication to establish educational learning opportunities for children.
• Assists in preparing and serving snacks according to the established menu, health and sanitation guideline while encouraging family style meals.
• Maintains accurate attendance records and meal count records where appropriate.
• Observes, assesses and contributes to the compilation of the child’s portfolio on a regular basis.
• Communicates important program issues and information to the child care assistant and site supervisor.
• Communicates program information to parents and answers questions accurately and with confidence, and shares with the site supervisor.
• Ensures that the program is operated in a safe and purposeful manner, insuring that all licensing and Y guidelines are met or exceeded.
• Minimum one year teaching experience in licensed centers or preschools OR seven to nine semester hours of academic credit in early childhood education or child development and three months teaching experience in licensed centers or preschools OR a child development associate credential (CDA).
• Commitment and desire to provide premiere child care services at all levels.
• CDA, associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Non-profit Organization Management

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