YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
The Early Education and Care team at the YMCA is now hiring
Infant/Toddler Lead Teachers
for Early Head Start. Pay range is
$43,888.00-$60,361.60
annually depending on qualifications and certifications.
Application Requirements
Official transcripts from accredited institutions verifying educational qualifications relevant to early childhood education.
Valid credentials or certifications, such as Early Childhood Education (ECE) certification, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or state-specific teaching licenses.
Responsibilities
Provide effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, and related research for children ages 6 weeks-3 years old.
Provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and a supportive classroom climate while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.
Maintain a positive climate and supervise routines such as diapering, toileting, hand washing, meals.
Focus on children’s social and emotional well-being; foster self-esteem, trust, and growing autonomy; integrate and assist children with special needs.
Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through classroom meetings, events, and home activities; obtain families’ social-cultural background information to design meaningful learning experiences.
Incorporate rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) and support linguistic and culturally responsive practices.
Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year.
Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; ensure routines like diapering, toileting, meals are handled promptly and in compliance with regulations.
Follow a consistent schedule that meets individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping, and transitions.
Respond promptly to children’s needs and temperament; engage and guide children at play at the child’s level.
Complete at least 30 clock hours of professional development annually and maintain a log of achievements.
Participate in recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention efforts for eligible families; support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management
Create and maintain an engaging learning environment; provide designated areas to display families’ and children’s work.
Develop lesson plans with goals and outcomes that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, and parent activities.
Provide age-appropriate learning experiences that support social-emotional and cognitive development, early language and literacy, physical development, and the arts.
Establish professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom; communicate regularly with the classroom team to review data, discuss strategies, and develop plans.
Supply materials that reflect the children’s interests and culture; rotate materials to maintain and encourage new learning.
Complete classroom inventory quarterly; identify and select materials, supplies, and equipment to support children’s learning; maintain sanitation of surfaces and equipment.
Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports
Administer and document initial and ongoing development using required screening tools; observe and record progress and referrals.
Participate in staffing with families and other professionals on children suspected of needing evaluation.
Maintain up-to-date child education files and portfolios; enter data into information systems and complete required paperwork.
Child Abuse Prevention
Report health or safety hazards; follow policies related to keeping children safe in facilities and programs.
Report suspicious behavior or policy violations; complete all required child abuse prevention training.
Minimum and Preferred Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with two Infant/Toddler courses (minimum 6 college credit hours).
Level 4 Gateways Infant/Toddler Certification or Erikson Institute Infant/Toddler Certification.
1-3 years in an early childhood classroom; preferably in a NAEYC-accredited program and/or Early Head Start or Prevention Initiative funded program.
Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance; annual physical exam required.
Experience with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred.
Knowledge of curriculum design and instruction for children ages 0-3; ability to interpret Head Start Standards and licensing requirements.
Ability to build rapport with children, parents, and families of high risk; proficient with Microsoft Word and data management software.
Willing and able to work flexible hours, including some evenings and Saturdays; travel within Chicagoland area may be required.
This is a union position.
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Infant/Toddler Lead Teachers
for Early Head Start. Pay range is
$43,888.00-$60,361.60
annually depending on qualifications and certifications.
Application Requirements
Official transcripts from accredited institutions verifying educational qualifications relevant to early childhood education.
Valid credentials or certifications, such as Early Childhood Education (ECE) certification, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or state-specific teaching licenses.
Responsibilities
Provide effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, and related research for children ages 6 weeks-3 years old.
Provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and a supportive classroom climate while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.
Maintain a positive climate and supervise routines such as diapering, toileting, hand washing, meals.
Focus on children’s social and emotional well-being; foster self-esteem, trust, and growing autonomy; integrate and assist children with special needs.
Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through classroom meetings, events, and home activities; obtain families’ social-cultural background information to design meaningful learning experiences.
Incorporate rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) and support linguistic and culturally responsive practices.
Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year.
Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; ensure routines like diapering, toileting, meals are handled promptly and in compliance with regulations.
Follow a consistent schedule that meets individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping, and transitions.
Respond promptly to children’s needs and temperament; engage and guide children at play at the child’s level.
Complete at least 30 clock hours of professional development annually and maintain a log of achievements.
Participate in recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention efforts for eligible families; support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management
Create and maintain an engaging learning environment; provide designated areas to display families’ and children’s work.
Develop lesson plans with goals and outcomes that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, and parent activities.
Provide age-appropriate learning experiences that support social-emotional and cognitive development, early language and literacy, physical development, and the arts.
Establish professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom; communicate regularly with the classroom team to review data, discuss strategies, and develop plans.
Supply materials that reflect the children’s interests and culture; rotate materials to maintain and encourage new learning.
Complete classroom inventory quarterly; identify and select materials, supplies, and equipment to support children’s learning; maintain sanitation of surfaces and equipment.
Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports
Administer and document initial and ongoing development using required screening tools; observe and record progress and referrals.
Participate in staffing with families and other professionals on children suspected of needing evaluation.
Maintain up-to-date child education files and portfolios; enter data into information systems and complete required paperwork.
Child Abuse Prevention
Report health or safety hazards; follow policies related to keeping children safe in facilities and programs.
Report suspicious behavior or policy violations; complete all required child abuse prevention training.
Minimum and Preferred Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with two Infant/Toddler courses (minimum 6 college credit hours).
Level 4 Gateways Infant/Toddler Certification or Erikson Institute Infant/Toddler Certification.
1-3 years in an early childhood classroom; preferably in a NAEYC-accredited program and/or Early Head Start or Prevention Initiative funded program.
Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance; annual physical exam required.
Experience with Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred.
Knowledge of curriculum design and instruction for children ages 0-3; ability to interpret Head Start Standards and licensing requirements.
Ability to build rapport with children, parents, and families of high risk; proficient with Microsoft Word and data management software.
Willing and able to work flexible hours, including some evenings and Saturdays; travel within Chicagoland area may be required.
This is a union position.
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