Early Childhood Educator

7 days ago


Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States YWCA of Lancaster Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Educator to join our team as an Assistant Supervisor. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and education to children in our before- and after-school programs.

About YWCA Lancaster

YWCA Lancaster is a progressive organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident in everything we do, from our programs to our hiring practices.

Responsibilities
  • Care for children within the context of the YWCA of Lancaster Child Care Manual and DPW Child Care regulations
  • Prepare a suitable physical and nurturing environment for ALL children so that they may grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually
  • Develop lesson plans for activities based on the needs of the children. Areas of concentration include: Language Arts, Math, Science, Cognitive Development, Creative Art, Self Help, Motor Activities, and Community Awareness
  • Maintain a team atmosphere within the room
  • Assess the children in their classroom by using developmental assessments three times per year
  • Maintain appropriate interactions with children, parents and staff
  • Maintain a positive atmosphere within the classroom
  • Work cooperatively with the Center Director, staff, and other YWCA employees
  • Stay familiar with all YWCA of Lancaster policies and procedures, Child Care Manual procedures and Keystone Stars requirements to ensure program quality
  • Keep records on children and keeping recorded documentation up-to-date
  • Orient new parents and staff to room and meeting with parents when needed
  • Attend monthly staff meetings
  • Attend a minimum of 27 hours of training per year
  • Maintain a current Professional Development Record for Keystone Stars
  • Work cooperatively with other YWCA Child care programs
  • Advocate for Early Childhood Education programs in the state of Pennsylvania
  • Enforce center policies with parents and children
  • Practice flexibility in regards to the staffing needs of the center
  • Uphold and demonstrate to all staff, students, parents and children the YWCA mission
  • Ratios must be maintained at all times. Staff will be required to stay past the end of their shift if necessary to maintain ratios
  • Participate in at least one mission related activity a year
Requirements
  • Desire and ability to embody the YWCA's mission of eliminating racism and empowering women
  • Respect for children and their parents, as well as a belief in the individuality of each child
  • High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma and 15 credit hours in Early Childhood Education or related Social Services field and 1 year work experience related to the care and development of children; or High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma and 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education or related Social Services field and 2 years work experience related to the care and development of children
  • Must be able to lift 45 lbs. and have movement ability to sit, stand, crawl, climb, lift overhead, bend and move from sitting position on floor to standing position
Benefits
  • Estimated salary: $40,000-$60,000 per year, depending on experience
  • Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days of employment
  • Retirement plan with employee match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Long/Short Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Training and Development Opportunities
  • Participation in YWCA activities and seminars
  • Childcare at a discounted rate
  • Parental leave
  • 20% tuition discount at Widener University (including graduate and continuing studies-bachelor's completion)
How to Apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to us. We look forward to hearing from you.



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