Early Childhood - Preschool Teacher

Summary
Naugatuck YMCA Preschool and Early Learning Center in Naugatuck, CT is looking for a full time experienced Preschool Teacher. The hours are 7:00-4:00. Pay is based on education and experience. Successful candidates have experience and/or education in Early Childhood, have an understanding of curriculum and CT-ELDS, are reliable, and can cooperate with a partner teacher. The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Position is available immediately.
Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment - including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional child care experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.
• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 Credits in ECE.
• Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
• A specific vision ability will be required including the ability to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors, have peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves
The following Nice to haves are not a requirement and we are will to provide the training for the right person.
First Aid and CPR
Medication Administration and EPI Pen Certification
Benefits
YMCA Gym Membership
50% off College courses at Post University
Free Child Care
Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off