Teacher-SACC

YMCA of the USA; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the USA is seeking a Base Teacher to help plan and lead enriching activities for before and after school programs in Hagerstown. Under the Base Director, you will support daily classroom activities, ensure program and facility use plans are followed, and help maintain MSDE compliance and high standards of care.

You will implement lesson plans, supervise sign-in/out, create a safe learning environment, coordinate events like field trips, and participate in required trainings, orientation,

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and possess 90 hours or 90 hours in Early Childhood with credential plan and two years of related experience.
• MSDE regulations and standards experience or exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing unit lesson plans.
• Assist with implementing daily classroom activities.
• Ensure parents/guardians sign in and out daily.
• Cultivate positive relationships with coworkers and parents.
• Create and maintain a safe, attractive learning environment.
• Expand job knowledge and classroom skills continuously.
• Assist with organizing center events (field trips, school pictures).
• Follow childcare policies and program operations.

Skills

Child care

Team collaboration

Education

90 hours Child Development / School Age Curriculum

Two years of child care experience

Job description

Help plan and lead enriching activities that inspire learning, creativity, and fun before and after school!

Job Description

Under the direction of the Base Director, the Base Teacher is responsible for planning and assisting with the daily program as it relates to children and their classroom activities. Major emphasis is on program excellence and developing quality care of the highest standard. The Base Teacher will assist ongoing program continuity by ensuring that scheduled program and facility use plans are followed and applies MSDE regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• Incumbent must be 18 years of age and possess 90 hours Child Development and School Age Curriculum Course; must meet all MSDE regulations and have experience leading groups of children OR
• 90 hours in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field with a plan of study leading to a credential AND two years of experience related to caring for children.

Essential Functions

• Assist with implementing unit lesson plans.
• Assist with implementing daily classroom activity.
• Ensure parents/guardians sign in and out on a daily basis.
• Cultivate and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers and parents.
• Create and maintain a safe and attractive learning environment.
• Expand job knowledge and classroom skills on an ongoing basis.
• Assist with organizing center events (field trips, school pictures, etc.)
• Perform other tasks related to the operation of the school age center. Knows and follows established childcare policies.
• The member relations aspect of this position requires that relationship building be the number one priority at all times, attending to the needs and requests of health seekers, members, and all people with the YMCA in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Attend all required meetings and training.
• Complete the following training within 30 days of hire: Staff Expectations, First Aid, and CPR and YMCA online training.
• Complete New Employee Orientation within 60 days of hire.
• Keep all training as required by MSDE or the Hagerstown Y up to date.

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
• Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.