Teacher - South Valley

DescriptionGeneral Function :A SACC Teacher supervises, plans and implements activities for a group of children. A Teacher must meet the California licensing requirements for a SACC teacher. A Teacher may also be responsible for the supervision of a Teacher Aide. The School Age Teacher I must meet all the Title 22 licensing requirements for a fully qualified school age teacher.Administrative duties include:Curriculum planning and implementation.Maintain a clean and organized facility.Build positive relationships with parents and school personnel.Live a culture of passion for risk management and safety.Salary Range: $24 - $25.00/HourEssential Duties & Responsibilities :Work with the SACC Center Director and other SACC Teachers to develop age appropriate activities for children.Plan and deliver on the YMCA curriculum framework including documenting detailed lesson plans.Visual supervision and care of children enrolled in the licensed program while maintaining ratios that meet requirements for Title 22.Meet and greet all children and parents daily.Help maintain a clean and well-organized facility.Assist in creating a warm, nurturing, and inviting program atmosphere.Attend all staff meetings and all training events.Participate in family events.Build confidence and self-esteem of the children in the program.Model appropriate and constructive discipline.Work as a team member of the child care center and the YMCA.Assist in marketing the program.Embrace and teach the YMCA values of Respect, Responsibility, Honesty and Caring.The physical demands of the position include:Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.Qualifications:This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and its core values of: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in adults and youth. Additionally, the YMCA values diversity, youth, and a broad vision of health and wellness which is enhanced by relationship building.Must have a minimum of 12 semester units (18 quarter units) or credit hours in ECE/Child Development (classes include, but not limited to child growth and development, or human growth and development; child, family and community, or child and family; and program/curriculum), or a related field (e.g., recreation, education, or sociology). All classes must be completed with a passing grade.Minimum of 1 year working in a licensed child care setting is required.Certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid (or certified within 30 days of hire).Completion of YMCA child abuse prevention and injury and illness prevention training within 30 days of hire.All personnel shall be in good health and shall be physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. Verification of good health by a health screening, including a test for TB, not more than one year prior to their start date or three days after employment.Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by law (from DOJ/CACI and FBI) prior to working with children and on site.Minimum age of 18.Bilingual preferred.Core CompetenciesValues -- Demonstrates in word and action the Y's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and a commitment to the Y's mission, in all matters at all times.Relationships -- Puts the good of the organization ahead of personal gain as well as develops and maintains mutually beneficial relations with participants, members, and colleagues.Community -- Knows the name and supports the dream of every child in his or her program.Quality Results -- Delivers a high-value experience to members and participants.Functional Expertise -- Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.Communication -- Uses appropriate communication methods or styles to ensure the message is understood, especially by diverse audiences.Inclusion -- Displays ease and comfort with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.

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