Pre-K Teacher Lead

                                                 Five Star Kids Pre-K Program 

Position: Pre-K Lead Teacher 

Salary:    $18- $22 per hour  (Hourly rate commensurate with experience)          

Status:     Year Round  

Hours:     Fulltime, non-exempt position, Monday-Friday, 7:45AM-3:45PM w/ 45 minute lunch break- 7.25 hours a day. Holidays, night and weekends off.* 

Locations: Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) Regional Office in Virginia Beach 

The Pre-K Lead Teacher, under direction of the Early Learning Director and the Pre-K Manager, will plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students. Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in a variety of school related settings. Monitor and evaluate student outcomes. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff and community. Develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintain appropriate records and follow required procedures and practices. Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.  

Education and Experience Requirements 

• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and meet one of the following education/experience requirements: 

• Preferred : A bachelor’s degree, or higher, in early childhood education, school-age care, child development, social work, nursing, sociology, psychology, human development and family studies, or another child-related field;   

• OR An associate’s degree in early childhood education or an above noted field and one year of experience as a teacher;  

• OR A national competency-based credential such as the Certified Childcare Professional® (CCP) or Child Development Associate™ (CDA) (or an approved state equivalent*) and two years of experience as a teacher. Leadership Training Documented leadership training if in a supervisory role. 

Additional Requisites 

• Complete background check and comply with all Virginia Department of Social Services licensing requirements; 

• Knowledge of curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, ASYMCA policies and effective instructional practices;  

• Thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process;  

• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;  

• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, parents and community;  

• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills;   

• CPR, First Aid, Daily Health Observations and MAT training required (may obtain within 30 days of employment.); 

• Must possess a basic understanding for technology to include Outlook, Word, Excel; 

• Must have valid driver’s license; 

• Knowledge of the military lifestyle and community social services agencies (a plus); and 

• Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and go up and down stairs. Must be able to be outdoors at least 60 minutes a day.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.  

• Ensure the Five Star Kids Pre-K Program meets or exceeds all state operations, safety and licensing standards and regulations for child day centers; 

• Develop curriculum based and/or developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities that are creative, engaging and age-appropriate for students to promote STEAM, literacy, health and safety, environmental awareness, character development, incorporating the YMCA character values of caring, respect, responsibility and honesty, and submit to direct supervisor for review one week prior to implementation; 

• Adhere to and enforce all policies/procedures as set forth in the parent/guardian and employee handbooks; 

• Plan to attend school and other community-sponsored events (which could periodically involve weekends and evenings*) to promote programs and the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads organization’ 

• Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meet the needs, interests and abilities of students;   

• On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned class in the location and at the times designated; 

• Create a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives;   

• Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students;   

• Prepare for class, and show written evidence of preparation upon request from immediate supervisor; 

• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students;   

• Establish learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, requirements of curriculum framework and knowledge of human growth and development; 

• Prepare and complete assessments in accordance with grants and early childhood requirements such as: PALS, VKRP, ASQ, etc.  

• Plan for and utilize instructional methods, resources and evaluation techniques which motivate and enable each student to achieve learning objectives; 

• Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;  

• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, ASYMCA policy and administrative regulation;  

• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner;   

• Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms;  

• Complete and maintain behavior records to include notes home, antidotal records, incident reports, parent conferences, referrals, etc.; 

• Establish relationships with colleagues, students, parents and community which reflect recognition of and respect for every individual’   

• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants (2) and volunteers;   

• Appraise his/her own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence;  

• Check ASYMCA email daily and respond promptly to requests; 

• Dress professionally, wearing ASYMCA name badge, keeping in mind that this position serves as the role model for students and staff and represents the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads at all times; 

• Log work hours daily using the ADP electronic time card for approval by supervisor (pay is directly deposited every two weeks); 

• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required; 

• Coordinate and manage efforts to ensure that the Five Star Kids Pre-K Program is prepared for the NECPA Accreditation Team to review all records, files, procedures, policies, etc. for accuracy, completeness and compliance to earn accreditation renewal; and 

• Perform other duties as required.
   

For more information, please contact Early Learning Director Tessa Davis by email at [email protected] or call 757-363-1884, ext. 8769. 


About Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads: 

The Armed Services YMCA enhances the lives of military members and their families in spirit, mind, and body through programs relevant to the unique challenges of military life. Priority shall be given to providing needed programs and services for junior enlisted personnel, both single and married, and their family members. The focus of work shall be in three areas - youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Services may be provided to military personnel other than junior enlisted where resources are available. Programs and services shall be designed to complement and supplement those provided by the Armed Forces, either on or off military installations as appropriate. 

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.