Substitute Early Educator

2 weeks ago

Winooski, United States Greater Burlington YMCA Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description
The Greater Burlington YMCA provides a diverse organization of people of all ages joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of youth, healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a Y employee, youll be inspired to make a difference each day in a position that matters. With a strong mission and core values, we offer a cause you can participate in.

Substitute Early Educators will be called in as needed and do not have a set schedule. The main duties of the position are to cover teacher's time out of the classroom. To do this a Substitute Early Educator must be reliable, dependable, and readily-available by phone. This position is perfect for people thinking they may want to join the field and those looking for flexible hours.

Essential Functions
  • Work with teachers to implement quality early childhood programs, reflecting the philosophy and goals of the YMCA child care.
  • Assist with lesson planning and leading assigned activities.
  • Assist in the supervision of all activities to ensure the safety of each child at all times.
  • Work with the teachers to maintain a neat and organized classroom and assist in the maintenance of equipment and materials as needed.
  • Assist teachers at swim lessons, gym lessons, and on field trips as necessary.
  • Communicate appropriate information to the classroom teachers and the director.
  • Communicate child concerns with classroom teacher and/or director prior to notifying parents or guardians.
  • Ensure professional communication and relations with parents, families and guardians.
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Supervise nap time with the teachers by helping children rest if necessary and/or accomplish work within the classroom if the children are resting comfortably.
  • Assist in maintaining all relevant state Child Care Licensing requirements.
  • Maintain prompt hours, notify the teacher/director in the event of illness, maintain a neat, clean, and appropriate appearance, wear a nametag, and work cooperatively with all staff and follow personnel policies of the YMCA.
Qualifications
  • Must be 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED.