Lead Teacher AM Opener
$29,120–$37,440 year
On-siteKilmarnock, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Lead the assigned classroom by implementing developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum, supervising children within sight and sound, and overseeing staff and volunteers. Develop daily activity calendars, maintain accurate attendance and incident reports, and conduct daily health checks and hygiene supervision. Manage discipline using positive behavioral control, ensure a safe environment by following emergency operations plans, and maintain strict confidentiality. Submit supply requests, attend staff meetings, and participate in fundraising efforts while modeling YMCA values. Act as a program leader during the Director's absence and report accidents according to the Emergency Communication Action Plan.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 21 years of age
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience required
- core competency and course work required per the Virginia Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers
- Minimum one year experience in the group care of children
- Minimum one year experience in staff supervision
- Working knowledge of Virginia Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers
- Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 required within 30 days of hire
- Proof of a negative TB test within the last two years
- Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check, Virginia State Police background check, and Child Protective Services check
- Medication Administration (MAT) Certification within 30 days of hire
- Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter
- Ability to observe children's behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
- Ability to communicate and work with assigned ages and skill levels and provide necessary instruction to preschool childcare participants
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities
- Physical ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and those situations requiring first aid
- Physical strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of children
- Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
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