Afternoon Preschool Teacher

AFTERNOON PRESCHOOL LEAD OR ASSISTANT TEACHER- Part Time!

Afternoon Shift! NO Weekends!

12:30pm - 5:45pm Monday - Friday

The Sun Prairie YMCA is looking for a professional, detailed oriented Early Childhood Assistant or Lead Teacher that is responsible for the daily operation of a designated licensed preschool child care program. This includes providing quality childcare, fostering achievement, encouraging belonging, acting as a positive role model for children and other staff, while developing and implementing thematic age appropriate activities.

Job Benefits:

• AMAZING retirement plan with unprecedented company contribution
• No nights and weekends
• Growth opportunities!
• FREE YMCA Membership!

Job Responsibilities:

• Create fun and interactive learning experiences while serving as mentors to fellow teachers.
• Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Communicate directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve success for the child.
• Create a supportive and uplifting work environment.
• Facilitate socialization, participation and interaction of children through active involvement in safe, fun and developmentally appropriate activities
• Provide adaptations based on individual needs and utilizes positive behavior guidance techniques
• Lead or assist with developmentally appropriate program curriculum and coordinates supplies

Job Qualifications:

• Required- Must be at least 18 years of age
• Required- High School diploma or equivalent (Associates Degree preferred)
• Required-Knowledge of general child growth and development, learning, and developmentally appropriate activities for children
• Requires ability to effectively interact with, lead, and motivate children who have a variety of abilities and needs.
• Related experience as a teacher in a licensed preschool or early childhood education center preferred.

The YMCA of Dane County is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, handicap, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable state law.