Hollywood - Preschool Lead Teacher

The Preschool Lead Teacher is responsible for the day-to-day management of the classroom including the organization, supervision, and safety of the children in their group.

Individuals in this position are responsible for planning, supervising and implementing programs in accordance with policies, procedures, and philosophy and core values of the YMCA.

Essential Functions / Job Duties :

• Plans and prepares for a learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Demonstrates, model and gear program to the needs of individual children with concerns for their interests, disabilities, special talents, and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Ensures that the arrangement, appearance, decor, and environment of the classroom are conducive to learning.
• Maintains excellent communication with parents regarding activities, progress, achievements, classroom behavior, and / or concerns.
• Practices and models appropriate discipline procedures in accordance with center policies.
• Complies with all licensing and grants requirement and regulations.
• Supervises classroom and children within program.
• Attends functions such as staff meetings and program events.
• Participates in ongoing professional developmental training programs
• All other duties as assigned by Preschool Director or District Executive Directors.

Position Profile :

• Individual with innate compassion and desire to teach children.
• Strong communication skills.
• High level of patience.
• Has the creativity and flexibility to make every day a positive experience for children.
• Organized and motivated.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities / Position Requirements :

• Minimum of one year of experience working with children in a Preschool environment.
• Must maintain current training and certifications as required by the YMCA, licensing agencies, funders, and accreditation requirements.
• Bilingual, English, and Spanish, a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact with individuals at all levels.

Certifications and Licenses :

• State-approved CPR / AED certification (must obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Dept. of Children and Families training transcript
• 10 hours in service training certificate
• Staff credential verification letter.

As a condition of employment and a Drug-Free Workplace you will be required to submit to and satisfactorily clear a thorough Level II fingerprinting background screening and drug test.

Failure to complete the drug test will automatically disqualify you from employment. Please note Medical Marijuana cards do not exempt you from successfully passing your drug test.

The YMCA of South Florida is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in the workplace because of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age or disability.