Early Education Lead Teacher

4 days ago

Austin, Texas, United States Greater Austin YMCA Full time

Make a Lasting Impact on Young Minds

This full-time, Monday - Friday position will be housed at the Greater Austin YMCA Dove Springs Tomorrow Academy located in the 78744 area and opening soon.

We are seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Lead Teacher to join our team and inspire our youngest learners in an infant, toddler, or preschool classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create a warm, supportive, and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow.
  • Develop engaging activities that build children's curiosity, help them grasp new ideas, and get them school-ready.
  • Plan creative, hands-on activities that turn every day into a learning adventure, covering everything from language and math to science and social skills.
  • Foster self-esteem and social-emotional growth, helping children develop strong skills that will last a lifetime.
  • Observe and celebrate each child's progress, keeping track of their development to ensure they're reaching milestones and thriving.
  • Keep parents in the loop with daily updates on their child's progress and any concerns, building strong partnerships that support every child's success.
  • Work hand-in-hand with assistant teachers and Academy staff to create a cohesive, supportive environment where everyone thrives.
  • Be the guardian of safety, following Texas Child Care Regulation directives to protect every child in your care.
  • Become an expert in nature play, turning the great outdoors into an exciting classroom where children can explore and learn.
  • Participate in staff development and team meetings, continually growing your skills and contributing to our team's success.
  • Live out the Y's values and wellness philosophy, inspiring everyone around you to embrace our mission and role in the community.

Requirements:

  • High School graduate or GED equivalent.
  • At least 2-3 years of experience working with young children.
  • Have or be willing to obtain CPR/first aid certification, a criminal background check, and a food handler's license.
  • Availability to work Monday - Friday with a flexible schedule.
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, or early childhood special education or; a non-education degree with 36 college credits in the above fields or; a state public school certification to practice as a teacher for children age birth to 8 years.
  • Knowledge or experience with emergent curriculum and best practices in early learning.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.

A Loving and Caring Attitude

We are looking for someone with a loving and caring attitude that will extend toward the children in your class and the parents in our program.

Reasonable Accommodations

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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