Position: Preschool Prep Teacher Branch: Ft Meigs YMCA
Position Type: Part-Time
Pay: $11.00 per hour
Be a difference maker, with the YMCA of Greater Toledo. We are a Cause Driven community of collaborative, bold, fun, dedicated individuals, whose passion is the many children we guide, teach, and protect every day. As early education leaders, we're making a strong, lasting, positive impact on children. Here, you'll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative. Are you ready to be an inspiring, innovative force that prepares children for elementary school-and beyond? Their future begins now. And so does yours.
Regardless of your role with us, you'll find so many things to love when you become part of our team. There's our fun, challenging work environment. There's the awesome team and supportive organization. You'll find that everyone in YMCA of Greater Toledo has the same goal: to prepare children for school and inspire them to be lifelong learners. Flexible, Creative, Fun, nurturing, positive ...we're not just saying it. You'll find these things being demonstrated here, every day.
GENERAL FUNCTION: The Preschool Prep Teacher will be available during their scheduled program/class. This person is an advocate for YMCA Core Values and assists in carrying out the YMCA/JCC of Greater Toledo's Mission Statement. This individual will possess extensive experience in leading creative and art lesson programs and will ensure a great environment and act as a liaison between parents, students and the Associate Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge about all phases of the various forms of art, related skills and instructional techniques. Ability to lead others. Strong communication and teamwork skills. At least 18 years old. Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include: completion of: Child Abuse Prevention; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develop and implement lesson plans for the art program, providing for an enriching and fun environment. Be ready to work at scheduled times. Teach foundational skills, such as recognizing letter, colors, numbers and shaped, as well as social, language and motor skills. Establish and enforce rules of behavior for children in their classrooms Provide basic needs for children Provide tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of children Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents Maintain a clean and tidy classroom Help children reach developmental milestones Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times Maintain inventory system for classroom materials and supplies Facilitate various activities for children including songs, games and storytelling and crafts Adhere to health/safety and sanitation procedures Supervise the students to ensure all rules are being followed. Act as a liaison between parents, students and the Associate Executive Director. Start and end programs/classes on time. Understand and demonstrate the YMCA/JCC philosophy and core values. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Why Work At The Y? Future employers respect the Y When future employers see the Y on your resume, they think of an organization with global ties that has been around for more than 100 years. We have a reputation for hiring good people who do great things.
Every day is something new Whenever you work or wherever you work, every day is a new adventure. One moment you'll be helping kids with homework and the next you'll be leading a big art project or games outside.
Free Y membership When you work for the Y, we offer you all the perks of being a Y member including access to all branches and discounts on classes, child care, and camp.
The job is designed with your schedule in mind Part-time and full-time positions are available, making jobs at the Y ideal for anyone!
The best coworkers ever Everyone that works at the Y shares a passion for making their communities a better place, especially for kids. Don't be surprised if you leave your Y with great professional experience and new friends.
Along with competitive pay, the YMCA of Greater Toledo offers exceptions benefits which include the following:
Complimentary YMCA membership for all employees. Full time employees will receive a complimentary YMCA membership for their entire family. A rewarding career with professional growth and advancement opportunities A challenging and fun work environment with creative and talented individuals. Full time employees are eligible to receive quality health insurance (medical, dental and vision) with affordable premiums. Full time employees also receive (at no cost to them) Long Term Disability and Life Insurance coverage. All employees are eligible to participate in the YMCA's excellent retirement fund. The YMCA of Greater Toledo is a drug free workplace and is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
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