Location
Allentown, PA | United States
Job description
Greater Valley YMCA - Bethlehem Branch is looking to hire a Lead Infant Teacher!
Location: Greater Valley YMCA Bethlehem Branch - 430 East Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
ABOUT Greater Valley YMCA
Greater Valley YMCA is a charitable, nonprofit organization committed to strengthening our communities through membership and programs that foster youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility for all . If you are interested in contributing to the largest Youth focused non-profit in the country, please read on!
Lead Infant Teacher Salary : $13.00-$15.00 per hour
Lead Infant Teacher Hours : Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (Full Time)
Lead Infant Teacher Responsibilities :
- Implementation of curriculum within the established guidelines through lesson planning and a developmentally appropriate classroom environment
- Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families
- Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards
- Complies with PA DHS Regulations and Keystone Stars Standards
- Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child
- Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA
- Maintains program site and equipment
- Maintains required program records, including child portfolios
- Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
- Actively seeking to update skills by attending outside workshops and training
- Performs other duties as assigned
Lead Infant Teacher Qualifications :
- Minimum high school graduate or GED and meets educational and experience qualifications established by PA Department of Human Services
- At least 18 years of age
- Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred
- Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
- Previous experience with diverse populations
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required
Lead Infant Teacher Benefits:
- Free Membership to the Y
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Retirement Plan (403b) and (401a) - (Employer contribution up to 8%)
- Childcare discounts (up to 50% off)
Salary: $13.00-$15.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this nonprofit job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!
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Salary
$13 - $15 per hour
