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YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg Lead Toddler Teacher, Lealman YMCA Preschool Academy in St Petersburg, Florida
Must have the following in order to apply:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalentORa college degree in a related field
- Minimum of Six months to One year of pre-school teaching experience required
- Have completed DCF MODS (Introductory Child Care Training, Parts 1 2)
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds
- Must be 18 years of age
- Ableto interact with infants, toddlers, and young children for extended periods of time, both indoors and outdoors
- Able to work a flexible schedule and extended hours, as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of outdoor activities and school based programming preferred
**Required Screenings: Drug Testing/Screening (Pre-Employment/Random); Background Checks (Local/State/Federal) and Fingerprint Level II Check. Drug Free Workplace.
Job Description: Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the organizations values
- Implements curriculum within the established guidelines
- Organizes and leads activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling
- Establishes and enforces rules to promote positive behavior
- Attends to children's basic needs including supervising meal times, playground times and free play
- Conducts parent conferences, and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents
- Engages parents as volunteers
- Maintains required program records
- Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
**Work Environment: Will be discussed with applicant.
**Hiring Process: Apply via company website.
In order to apply to this position, please click "Apply" located at the top of the job order page, and you will receive the employer contact information. Employer has indicated the means listed are the only means they will accept to apply.
**Days and Hours: Full Time position; Shift and hours will vary. Complete work schedule will be discussed with applicant.
**Pay: $16.00 to $21.00 per hour; depends on experience. Benefits are offered.
*Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - M/F/D/V