JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Preschool Director and in accordance with the general policies, goals and standards established by the YMCA of South Palm Beach County, the VPK Preschool Teacher is responsible for implementing the Creative Curriculum with aspects of the Reggio Emilia curriculum philosophy and providing a nurturing, well-supervised and safe environment for the preschool children.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Notify Child Development Director in the event of absence.
- Attend organized staff meetings.
- Turn in lesson plans every Friday for the week.
- Provide a parent newsletter every month.
- Participate in keeping the classroom clean and orderly.
- Supervise and interact with children while on the playground.
- Complete VPK assessments three times during the school year as required.
- Assist with the planning of graduation activities at the end of the school year.
- Work closely with other staff to create an innovative and rich learning environment.
- Any other duty as deemed necessary by the senior director for youth and family programs.
The effectiveness of this notice can be evidenced by:
- An orderly classroom in which children are happy and productive.
- Parental satisfaction as evidenced in comments to both Teacher and Director.
- Quality child care for all YMCA preschool students.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
To be successful, you must meet some education, training and experience requirements and you must be able to demonstrate some critical knowledge, skills, and physical abilities.
The Preschool Teacher must demonstrate a commitment to the Mission and goals of the YMCA of South Palm Beach County and must demonstrate an ability to work effectively with people and be a team member. The Preschool Teacher must have attained a bachelor’s degree, associate’s degree from an accredited college or university or a CDA. VPK courses such as VPK standards and literacy are required as well.
A 40-hour HRS course is required to be started within 3 months of employment and 10 in-service hours per year of continuing education courses must also be completed.
The Preschool Teacher with VPK credential must also have:
- The ability to lead a Mixed Age Group of children ages three to five successfully with the help of one to two assistants contingent on enrollment.
- The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with parents, Child Development Director and other staff.
- The ability to plan lessons effectively so that students may participate in activities, which enhance readiness skills in various subject areas, (Language Arts, Math/ Science, Manipulation, Gross Motor, Arts, etc…).
- The ability to arrange the classroom to provide a flexible social environment that encourages both shared learning and independent growth.
- Responsible for the management and discipline of the enrolled children. Discipline must adhere to the school’s policy, using a positive approach. If consistent negative behavior occurs the Director should be notified and the teacher should document such behavior.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Boca Raton, FL 33433: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person