Senior Child Care Teacher - Mid-County YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gateway Region YMCA is seeking a Senior Child Care Teacher to nurture children through purposeful programming and implement curriculum. The role involves supervising activities, maintaining records, and fostering relationships with families. A Bachelor's Degree and experience in child care are required. Full benefits include health insurance, retirement savings, and discounts on tuition.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings

Retirement fund of 12% after 2 years

20% Discount on tuition

Free household membership to YMCA

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess at least 3 years of experience in child care.

Responsibilities

• Implements curriculum within established guidelines.
• Supervises children and classroom activities.
• Maintains required program records.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Senior Child Care Teacher - Mid-County YMCA

YMCA of Greater St Louis | Saint Louis , MO 63144

• Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards.
• Ensures ongoing, systematic observations of individual children and consistently completes Developmental Portfolio.
• Cultivates positive relationships, conducts parent conferences, and maintains effective communication with parents.
• Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains required program records.
• Must ensure and maintain confidentiality of family, children and staff.
• Supervise and mentor Assistant Teacher and Teacher.
• Assists with administrative duties, supporting the Program Director, problem solving and family/YMCA communication.
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must hold Bachelor's Degree
• Must meet MOA or NAEYC Educational standards of a minimum of 9 credit hours in early childhood education courses or equivalent
• Possess at least 3 years of experience in child care
• Ability to relate to children, families, branch staff members and volunteers

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full time employment
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• Free household membership to YMCA nationwide