As a member of the YWCA New Britain, and the Childcare team, the Teacher will collaboratively lead and work with their teaching team by participating in the planning and implementation of a program that provides a safe and healthy, rich learning environment.
Ensure that accurate records of children’s attendance and monthly reports required for the Child and Adult Care Food Program and the Attendance Initiative are kept. Provide appropriate communication with children, parents, staff, and volunteers by emphasizing the importance of communication, as well as, displaying a general knowledge of the YWCA programs and making referrals appropriately. Provide a positive role model for children, parents, and co-workers. Become familiar with the State of CT Child Care Licensing Regulations, Early Start CT requirements and NAEYC Accreditation standards. Observes and documents children’s developmental milestones for assessment. Participate in program and/or community family/child events.
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college in Early Childhood Education or its equivalent (specific for children ages Birth – 5 years). In lieu of the above, will consider applicants who possess the following:
· Bachelor’s degree plus 12 or more college credits in Early Childhood Education*
· Must provide documentation.
* Individual(s) with a bachelor’s degree plus 12 or more college credits in Early Childhood Education must possess an Early Childhood Teacher Credential (ECTC) no later than June 30, 2029. Enrolled and continually working toward your CDA or toward a 1-year certification in Early Childhood from the CT OEC approved college listing. Must meet qualifications set by the CT Office of Early Childhood and NAEYC.
Experience: 540 hours of experience of caring for children in an early childhood setting.
Age Requirements: Minimum 18 years of age.
Other qualifications include:
· Current medical report signed by a physician is required at time of employment and every two years thereafter.
· PPD Tuberculin test, STU Mantoux method or chest X-ray is required at time of employment.
· Two written references on file.
· Required State Police/State Department of Children and Families background check conducted with satisfactory results.
· Current American Red Cross certification in Infant and Child First Aid and CPR. Medication/Epi-pen certification and other requirements required for position.
Healthcare benefit package
PTO and family leave time
Retirement fund participation after 2 years
Fitness center access
