Youth Development Professional-Preschool (Full-time)

Boys-; Smyrna (DE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware seeks a Preschool Teacher to support a safe, nurturing early care program for children ages 3–5. Under the Child Care Director’s supervision, you will implement developmentally appropriate activities aligned with Delacare requirements and collaborate with families to set learning goals.

You will adapt teaching methods, maintain records, and participate in professional development to ensure a high-quality, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience applying current Delacare requirements and early childhood practices.
• Ability to plan developmentally appropriate activities for ages 3–5.
• Proven skills in communicating with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and operation of a quality early care program.
• Implement Delaware Early Learning Foundations-based curriculum.
• Set learning goals with families and tailor activities to needs.
• Coordinate indoor/outdoor space for safe, creative play.
• observe and document children's progress and adapt as needed.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and professional development.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Family engagement

Observation & assessment

Child development knowledge

Education

Early Childhood Administrator certification

Job description

About Us

For over 90 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation. Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need toknow they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Child Care Director, the Preschool Teacher is responsible for assisting with the development and effective operation of a quality early care child care program that complies with current Delacare requirements.

Essential Functions

• Keep up to date with current research and best practice regarding child development, learning, and positive guidance strategies.
• Works closely with Childcare Director and other staff to effectively implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum using the Delaware Early Learning Foundations.
• 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.
• Work closely with the Childcare Director to establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to children.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, simple experiments and field trips.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students at varying needs and interests.
• Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety.
• 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.
• Work with parents and guardians to discuss their progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development.
• Regularly observe, evaluate and document children’s performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• On a daily basis, provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Conduct a variety of assessments to determine children's developmental levels, needs, and potential.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.

Minimum 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 be able to pass an 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.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Environmental and working conditions vary from indoors to outdoors; various meeting locations in and out of the Club; occasional statewide travel (e.g. training). Employees are subject to transfer from one department to another and from one club/school site to another as the needs of the organization change.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Maintain a high energy level.
• Be comfortable working with children ages 3 to 5 years of age in varying levels of physical activity.
• Regularly speak clearly and hear the spoken word.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Maintain a high energy level.
• Be comfortable working with children ages 3 to 5 years of age in varying levels of physical activity.
• Frequently lifts, carries or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing rooms for activities.
• Typically bends, stoops, walks and sometimes runs on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day.
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Work Hours

Monday -Friday 7am – 10:30am, 2:00pm-6:00pm

FT Employee Benefits Incentives

All of our employees are valued and receive competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage for individual & immediate family
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Free childcare for school-aged children based upon site availability
• Life Insurance Coverage
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

Disclaimer

Note: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.