Westwood Y Club - Child Care Lead Teacher

The Lead Teacher is responsible for administering child care programs at designated YMCA program sites, specifically at our Westwood Elementary Site.

Requirements

• Maintain safety of children by appropriately supervising program participants at all times
• Implement age-appropriate techniques relative to the behavior management of children
• Plan, develop, and implement appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Complete and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports in a timely manner
• Maintain a file system that will include all policies, school year schedules, ODJFS child day care rules, child enrollment information and staff files
• Provide coverage of program as needed and arrange for substitute instructors in coordination with supervisor
• Notify supervisor of any parent concerns or unsafe conditions at center, as well as foster ongoing communication with supervisor regarding center operations
• Communicating with supervisor when essential supplies are required
• Be responsible for administering First Aid to children/staff if required
• Ensure daily cleaning and maintenance of space/facility
• Work with supervisor on promotional activities and flyers
• Work with supervisor to develop and distribute site informational newsletters to parents
• Follow YMCA and state quality guidelines in operating site
• Develop and maintain positive communication with parents
• Develop and implement family activities/events
• Represent YMCA by developing positive working relationships with program participants and parents

Benefits

• A free membership to your local YMCA
• Discount to YMCA programs including childcare
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation