Responsibilities & Requirements:|
Under the direct supervision of the Child Care Site Director, the Teacher provides a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment for children enrolled in a YMCA child care program.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Plan, implement and evaluate a child care program consistent with policies developed by the YMCA Child Development Center. Follow criteria defined by the DCFS, DHS Child Care Performance Standards and the N.A.E.Y.C.A. performance standards. Evaluate and report each child's progress through observation recordings, early childhood screenings, and developmental assessments. Maintain educational records on each child as required. Encourage and support parent development through classroom volunteerism, home centered activities, home visits, parent/teacher conferences, and participation in parent development activities and meetings. Provide supervision and direction to child care staff assigned to the classroom. Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's Degree or higher in CD/ECE or related field w/18 credit hours in ECE. 1-3 years of work experience with 3-5 year olds in child care or classroom setting. Must have first Aid, CPR and a Food Service Sanitation certification, or the willingness to obtain it immediately.
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago - 21 months ago
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