Early Childhood Lead Teacher
2 weeks ago
The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking a dedicated and experienced Early Childhood Lead Teacher to join our team. As a Lead Teacher, you will play a vital role in creating a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, and healthy living.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and implement high-quality, developmentally appropriate instructional activities and curriculum approaches that facilitate active learning experiences and promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in children aged 3-5 years.
- Provide effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation, and related research to ensure that children meet individual needs and meet accreditation standards.
- Collaborate with classroom teams, including families, volunteers, and staff, to ensure a supportive and positive classroom climate.
- Communicate and develop effective partnerships with parents and families to encourage parent involvement and ensure that children's needs are met.
- Abide by DCFS and quality standards for maintaining safe, high-quality programming.
- Meet DCFS licensing and program-related accreditation/credentialing requirements; ECE Credential Level 1 or higher preferred.
- 64 semester hours in any discipline with a minimum of 21 hours of college credit in child development, early childhood education, or early childhood special education, and one of the following: Gateways to Opportunity Level I Illinois Director Credential, 3 semester hours of college credit in administration, leadership, or management, or 3 points of credential-approved training in administration, leadership, or management.
- Three years' experience teaching or equivalent in a preschool classroom strongly preferred.
- Must provide documentation of Gateways credentialing or apply within 90 days of employment.
- Knowledge of how to design and implement the Creative Curriculum and other high-quality curriculum approaches preferred.
- Competitive salary starting at $43,888 per year based on qualifications.
- Opportunities for growth and professional development within the organization.
- Pre-employment medical screening and TB test per program requirements.
- Required to be achieved or maintained once in role: Food Handlers Training.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all children and families. If you are passionate about early childhood education and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please apply today.
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