Lead Toddler Teacher

BATH AREA FAMILY YMCA; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bath Area Family YMCA is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to supervise a Toddler classroom in the Enrichment Program in Bath, ME. The role emphasizes nurturing relationships with children and collaboration with parents to support early learning within YMCA values.

The successful candidate will have a degree in early childhood education, experience with young children, and CPR/First Aid/AED certification, with certification updates required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children.
• familiarity with Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC accreditation standards.
• CPR, first aid, AED certifications must be current or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of assistant and support teachers to operate a toddler classroom.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities aligned with YMCA values.
• Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and program policies.
• Create lesson plans, observe and document child progress, and participate in IEP meetings as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Follow YMCA policies including medical, disciplinary, emergencies and child abuse prevention.
• Maintain positive relations with parents and staff, modeling Listen First in all interactions.

Skills

Experience with young children

CPR/First Aid/AED certified

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Associate’s Degree in ECE

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bath YMCA - BATH, ME 04530

Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.50 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, as leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Lead Toddler Teacher provides direct supervision to a group of children in the Enrichment Program. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all children in the program and facilitates peer-to- peer connections as part of the overall preschool experience.

Successful candidate will demonstrate the following: experience working with young children, familiarity with the State of Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines, Creative Curriculum, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards, current CPR/First Aid certification, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the field of early care and education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• In collaboration with the Enrichment Program Director, leads a team of assistant and support teachers to operate a toddler classroom.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programing; creates lesson plans that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of children and engages in and attends IEP meetings.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate’s Degree in ECE or a related field.
• Previous experience working with children in a childcare setting.
• At least 18 years of age.
• State of Maine childcare provider background check.
• CPR, first aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.