Youth Development Center Teachers

Missouri Valley Family YMCA; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Excellent benefits package

Paid vacation, sick and personal time

Health insurance contribution up to 75

Job summary

Missouri Valley Family YMCA in Bismarck, ND is hiring a Youth Development Center Teacher to provide care and early childhood education for 0-5 year olds in a licensed preschool environment. You will implement curriculum, lead lesson plans, supervise staff, and ensure child safety while building strong parent relationships.

Ideal candidates will hold CDA certification or be able to obtain it, with a degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum CDA or the ability to obtain certification within a specified time-frame.
• CPR & First Aid certifications must be completed within 90 days of hire.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and early childhood education for ages 0-5 in a licensed center.
• Develop and lead implementation of curriculum and weekly lesson plans.
• Supervise classroom, center staff and assistants.
• Maintain child safety and follow safety procedures.
• Engage with parents through conferences and communications.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in a positive classroom environment.

Skills

Parental communication

Teamwork

Early childhood knowledge

Education

CDA Certification

Bachelors or Associates in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Youth Development Center Teachers# Youth Development Center TeachersHot JobMISSOURI VALLEY FAMILY YMCA - BISMARCK, ND 58501## OverviewSalary Range$17.30 - $19.95 HourlyPosition TypeFull Time## Description**CHANGE LIVES. INCLUDING YOURS.****Dana Turcotte, YDC North Teacher said, \"I love my job because I'm doing what I love and that is helping shape the minds of young children, preparing them for Kindergarten.\"**The **Youth Development Center Teacher** provides care and early childhood education for infant, toddler or preschool children, ages 0-5, in a licensed childcare & preschool center environment.* Be a role model.* Develop and lead implementation of classroom curriculum and weekly lesson plans appropriate for age group.* Supervise the children, classroom, and Teaching Assistants assigned to the classroom.* Assure child safety by understanding and following safety and security procedures.* Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.* Conduct student assessments and parent-teacher conferences.* Help assure a clean and well-organized classroom and equipment.* Respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations and emergencies.* Attend and be an active participant at staff meetings.**Full Time Shifts Available, Monday-Friday:*** **7:00 am-4:00 pm*** **7:30 am-4:00 pm**You'll enjoy a fun, rewarding work environment, EXCELLENT benefits package, and **FREE YMCA Membership!**Up to **75% of health insurance cost is paid** for you and your family! Earn **paid vacation, sick and personal** time off!## Qualifications**We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility**. Requires a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification or the ability to obtain certification within a specified time-frame. *The YMCA offers a CDA Certification training program, including financial assistance.* A Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education or a related field preferred. Previous experience working in an early childhood setting preferred. Must have the ability to effectively communicate with parents regarding the child's activities, behavior, eating, etc. CPR & First Aid Certification and Child Abuse prevention training courses must be completed within 90 days of hire and are provided by the YMCA.*At the YMCA Youth Development Centers, we provide high-quality, values-oriented, state-licensed childcare and pre-school education. We have three locations in Bismarck Mandan--the Main YMCA on Washington Street, North location on Century Avenue and Mandan location inside the Family Wellness facility.**We are proud recipients of the Prairie Business Magazine 50 Best Places to Work award from 2018 to 2025, which recognizes ND, SD and MN employers who are nominated by their employees.*Key Words: childcare, preschool, paraprofessional, aide, daycare, provider, caregiver, teacher, nanny, babysitter, early childhood education#z