Preschool Spanish Instructor — Engaging Language & Play

YMCA of the USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The Dodge YMCA is seeking a Foreign Language Spanish Instructor who will plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of preschool students.

Responsibilities include providing a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment, delivering progressive lessons, building strong relationships with participants and their caregivers, and hosting engaging activities that promote hands-on learning and family involvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with children from birth and up required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants and program activities.
• Follow procedures and standards established by the law or the Y, make ADA accommodations where appropriate, and maintain the program site, equipment, and required program records.
• Nurture participants through purposeful programming and create lesson plans that are age-appropriate and focused on a learning goal.
• Create a positive rapport and build relationships with participants and their primary caregivers.
• Provide opportunities for hands-on learning experiences that primary caregivers can support or participate in with the participants.
• Build client relationships and possess strong customer service skills.
• Provide and welcome ongoing dialogue with parents/guardians and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress and connect families to the Y.
• Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must enjoy working with children of varying ages.
• Willing to attend staff meetings and training sessions as appropriate.
• Comfortable with promoting classes and talking about registrations and program offerings.
• Host classes that engage young learners in fun, hands-on educational activities that adult caregivers can support.
• Classes can range from 30 minutes to 2 hours based on the age group.
• Prepare weekly lessons or activities in advance to be submitted to the Early Childhood Director.

Skills

Customer service experience

Experience with children

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Dodge YMCA is seeking a Foreign Language Spanish Instructor who will plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of preschool students.

Responsibilities include providing a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment, delivering progressive lessons, building strong relationships with participants and their caregivers, and hosting engaging activities that promote hands-on learning and family involvement.