Preschool Youth Development Specialist

Boys-; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision & Dental

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is seeking a Preschool Teacher to assist in developing and operating a quality early care program that aligns with Delacare requirements. You will collaborate with the Childcare Director and staff to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum and support family goals.

The role requires leading activities, observing children, and ensuring safety and inclusion as part of daily programming. Strong adherence to regulations and documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Administrator certification is required.
• 20 years of age or older and ability to drive 8 passenger van (must have valid driver’s license with less than 5 points).
• Must pass FBI clearance, State of Delaware Criminal History Background Check, National and State Sexual Abuse Registry check, and National and State Child Abuse Registry Check per Delacare regulations.
• First Aid/CPR Certification, or completion of certification within two months of date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Keep up to date with current research and best practice regarding child development, learning, and positive guidance strategies.
• Work with families to generate individual learning goals for children.
• Plan for the inclusion of all children using a variety of learning and guidance strategies.
• Identify children showing signs of emotional, developmental, or health-related problems, and discuss them with supervisors, parents or guardians, and child development specialists.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by OCCL and Delaware Stars, district policies, and administrative regulations.

Education

Early Childhood Administrator certification

Job description

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is seeking a Preschool Teacher to assist in developing and operating a quality early care program that aligns with Delacare requirements. You will collaborate with the Childcare Director and staff to implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum and support family goals.

The role requires leading activities, observing children, and ensuring safety and inclusion as part of daily programming. Strong adherence to regulations and documentation is essential.