Infant/Toddler Teacher

YMCA
Salary
$40,000.00
$45,000.00
Resume Contact
[email protected]
McGaw YMCA is looking for an Early Childhood Teacher!
Job Description

The early childhood teacher is responsible for the care and education of a group of children as a part of a teaching team. The lead teacher works with the team to plan, implement, as well as supervise the activities in a curriculum that is in accordance with the developmentally appropriate practices as defined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), DCFS regulations and McGaw YMCA operational policies. This position requires active participation with other members of the teaching team and parents to assess and address the needs of individual children and ensure that the child and family’s needs are supported.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education or equivalent, an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development, or completed CDA.

  • 1-3 years experience in a nursery school, kindergarten or licensed childcare center.  

  • Demonstrated experience working with infant/toddler age children.

  • The ability to work on the teaching team.

  • Must be able to exercise mature judgment and decision-making skills.

  • Must be highly organized and able to multi-task effectively.

  • Must have good communication skills.

Essential Functions

The Early Childhood Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children. Essential functions include planning and implementing curriculum, supervising daily activities, assessing children’s developmental needs, and collaborating with teaching team members and parents to support each child’s growth and well-being. The teacher must follow NAEYC guidelines, DCFS regulations, and McGaw YMCA policies and procedures.