4K DPI Lead Teacher
- Sun Prairie, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- AMAZING retirement plan with unprecedented company contribution
- Employee discounts on childcare and Y Programs
- No nights and weekends
- Growth opportunities!
- FREE YMCA Membership!
- Facilitates socialization, participation and interaction of all participants through active involvement in safe, fun and developmentally, appropriate activities in a licensed preschool child care program; provides adaptations based on individual needs and utilizes positive behavior guidance techniques with participants.
- Implements developmentally appropriate program curriculum and coordinates supplies for designated program(s).
- Assures compliance with accreditation, licensing, school district and YMCA program standards when applicable. Ensures accountability, safety, quality and consistency. Maintains proper records/department files.
- Trains, provides guidance to and directs 4K Assistant Teachers and volunteers as needed. Reports any performance concerns or policy violations to supervisor immediately.
- Knows and understands child care programs, department policies and emergency procedures and is able to clearly explain said information to members.
- Facilitates the development of small communities, helping members to connect with other members.
- Communicates clearly and professionally with members, guests, supervisor, and co-workers.
- Maintains an organized, healthy and safe environment by returning all supplies and equipment to its appropriate place.
- Performs required safety, cleanliness and maintenance checks, takes the necessary precautions to prevent accidents, and reports any concerns to supervisor.
- Assists other child care sites when needed as determine by supervisor or Director of Early Childhood Education.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Bachelors Degree with DPI License required
- At least6 months related experience as a teacher in a licensed preschool or early childhood education center required.
- Ability to identify child's needs, make appropriate referrals, and implement individual education plans and or 504 plans based on the school district's policies and recommendations required.
- Knowledge of general child growth and development, learning theories, and developmentally appropriate activities for children required.
- Must possess reliable transportation for travel when required.