Preschool Teacher-La Jolla

Are you passionate about providing an inclusive Preschool environment?

Job Description

Responsible for the overall supervision and management of Preschool Program for children ages 2-5. The YMCA of San Diego County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. We are committed to a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Ensure the supervision and safety of children at all times
• Plan, coordinate, and implement activities that fit children's developmental needs, interests, and creative learning
• Communicate with parents effectively and create a positive relationship
• Interact with children being consistent, fair and treating them with dignity and respect according to the YMCA Code of Conduct
• Comply with Community Care Licensing regulations at all times
• Change diapers and maintain the cleanliness and health standards of the environment at all times
• General housekeeping of program space and food preparation
• Record and monitor the daily activities of children in your care
• Plan, supervise and implement the program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA
  
  

Essential Functions

• Must be 18 or older
• 12 units in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development, at least 6 of the units must be Infant/Toddler classes. AA or BA in Early Childhood Education is highly desirable
• 6 months to 1 year of experience working in an Infant/Toddler child care center or comparable setting is highly desirable
• Must be highly dependable
• Sincere interest in working with children age 6 weeks to 2 years old
• Must have a warm and friendly personality, while having sensitivity to meet the needs of a diverse population
• Willingness to fulfill the job responsibilities in accordance to the program and branch goals
• Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire, unless specified otherwise on contract, and must be from one of the following:
• American Red Cross
• American Heart Association
• American Safety & Health Institute
  

Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies

• Must be highly dependable
• Has a warm and friendly personality, while having sensitivity to meet the needs of a diverse population
• Willingness to fulfill the job responsibilities in accordance with the program and branch goals
• Physical ability to lead and interact in active sports and games with children, monitor behavior requiring separation, and interact in curriculum activities and housekeeping responsibilities
• Able to relate well to both children and adults. Ability to provide leadership and stability for program continuity
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to respond in emergency situations
• Physical ability to lead outdoor play, games and activities
  
  

Required Certifications

Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Models and teaches the Y’s values.

Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for program participants. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.

Decision Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Provides others with frameworks for making decisions.