GENERAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of the 4K Wrap Care Director, the Lead Teacher II is responsible for coordinating daily activities in an early learning program and providing a safe and nurturing environment for early childhood-aged children. This position follows the school year calendar which includes non-working months during the summer.
The Lead Teacher II Offsite 4K Wrap is assigned to sites that average 13 or more 4K students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and actively participate in the daily activities of a group of children in order to engage students and monitor safety.
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Serve as a role model to staff and participants and act as the on-site supervisor of the 4K Wrap Care program.
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Develop positive relationships with the staff, families, and children while providing motivational support and guidance, including parent conferences and handling complaints in a courteous, patient manner using problem solving techniques.
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Build a professional collaboration with local school district administration and staff to develop programming that aligns with district values, policies, and procedures.
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Maintain participant records and other documentation in accordance with department requirements.
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Ensure safety and cleanliness of learning spaces and classrooms.
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Follow the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County’s emergency procedures to ensure the safety of all children, including but not limited to, communicating with supervisor regarding any emergency concerns or situations.
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Uphold the core values of the YMCA when working with people within the YMCA facilities and community.
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Follow all relevant regulations from the Department of Children and Families, Young Star, or other regulatory agencies.
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Attend all staff meetings and trainings as required.
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Other duties as necessary and as assigned by supervisor.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have 240 hours of experience in an approved education setting.
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Must have completed high school or equivalent.
- Must meet Child Care Licensing requirements including one of the following: 2 DCF-approved courses in early childhood education (credit or non-credit) or the school-age care equivalent; 48 credits from an institution in higher education with at least 3 credits in early childhood education or school-age growth and development; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in education; a Child Development Association credential; or otherwise qualified as a School-Age Program Leader through The Wisconsin Registry.
- Minimum of 240 hours of related experience working with early childhood or school-aged children in an approved setting.
- Must be able and willing to obtain CPR, First Aid, AED, Abusive Head Trauma, Mandated Reporter, Wisconsin Registry certification, and additional non-credit coursework (as needed) within specified time frame.
- Must have a sincere interest and ability to comprehend needs and develop positive outcomes in children from diverse populations.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others.
- Ability to relate effectively with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Strong oral and written communication skills are required.
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Exhibit the core values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. and work indoors and outdoors; must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children; see and hear well enough to keep children safe; and engage in physical activity with children.
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