Nurturing Preschool Teacher, Youth Development

Eugene Family Ymca; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eugene Family YMCA is seeking a Preschool Teacher to provide direct supervision for a group of children, build nurturing relationships with families, and implement curriculum that aligns with YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.

The role involves planning developmentally appropriate activities, communicating with families, and ensuring a positive, safe classroom environment during Day shift hours at the Don Stathos Campus in Eugene, OR.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in the Child Care Division Central Background Registry (oregonearlylearning.com) and proof of enrollment
• Meet the Department of Early Learning and Care's Preschool Teacher requirements
• At least 750 hours of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center, or
• One year or 1,500 hours of qualifying teaching experience in Registered Family or Certified Family child care.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the planning of program lesson plans and implements culturally relevant activities in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of the participants
• Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior, and understands positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth
• Facilitates a program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play and welcomes children
• Promotes a positive approach to supervision, communication and interactions with others; maintains ongoing communication with supervisor
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures
• Follows all cleaning and sanitizing protocols
• Is up to date and follows guidance put forth by the Early Learning Division
• Checks and responds to email and other communication regularly
• Actively engaged with youth and activities during the program day
• Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with families, facility/school personnel, members and coworkers
• Maintains program site and equipment, assists with setup and breakdown of activity centers and cleaning of program areas
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings and training
• Respectfully relays information to families about a child's day
• May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children
• Continue training in child development, a minimum of 15 hours per certification year
• Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor, by scheduled due date
• If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
• Other duties as assigned
• As a Y staff, you are a representative of our Y's mission and values; as such it is asked that you:
• approach conversations with respect
• uphold the Y's character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all interpersonal interactions
• approach all people and situations with an open mind - we can never know all the many perspectives and experiences others bring with them just as they won't know yours
• be accountable to the energy you bring into the conversation and into the workplace

Skills

Positive youth development

Family engagement

Communication

Education

Preschool Teacher requirements

Job description

The Eugene Family YMCA is seeking a Preschool Teacher to provide direct supervision for a group of children, build nurturing relationships with families, and implement curriculum that aligns with YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring.

The role involves planning developmentally appropriate activities, communicating with families, and ensuring a positive, safe classroom environment during Day shift hours at the Don Stathos Campus in Eugene, OR.