Toddler Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

General Function

Responsible for assisting with the developing and implementing an ongoing program of activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child enrolled in the Attleboro YMCA’s preschool program.

Essential Duties

• Meet with Lead Teacher and Assistant Teachers to develop weekly plans and activities.
• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline as guided by the Socio-Emotional Standards for the state of Massachusetts.
• Work with the classroom staff to plan and implement the daily program of activities based on principles of child development and in accordance with the program’s curriculum. Plans are to be based on Massachusetts Early Childhood Education Learning Standards
• Maintain records on each child’s progress and development for the purpose of planning and compliance.
• Maintain children’s portfolios as tool for assessment.
• Conduct individual parent conferences at least twice a year to discuss each child’s growth and development.
• Provide friendly, courteous services to all members, clients, and volunteers.
• Ensure all YMCA policies and procedures are always followed.
• Model, practice, and carry out the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by exhibiting pride, enthusiasm, and cooperation in the job and with co-workers.
• Understand and comply with all requirements of the State of Massachusetts Mandated Reporter.
• Ensure cleanliness, safety and good repair of equipment and lighting for member comfort and facility attractiveness of the classroom.
• Ensure all requests, comments or complaints are immediately addressed by self or referred to the appropriate staff person and followed up.
• Supervise volunteers as necessary.
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service provided.
• Assure all certificates and license requirements are current.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be meet by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.