Collaborates with the Early Childhood Director to establish annual goals.
Assists with the design and implementation of the classroom curriculum, within established guidelines to assure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
On a weekly basis, writes daily lesson/activity plans, per classroom curriculum.
On a daily basis, successfully manages the classroom and provides direct care and supervision of all children, in partnership with other teachers and providers.
Conducts student assessments; creates individualized plans.
Works collaboratively with other teachers, assistant teachers, and others to manage the classroom.
Conducts ongoing observations and evaluations of each child in the classroom.
Maintains all records, including attendance, incident reports, daily logs, parent sign-in/out book in compliance with federal, state, and other agency regulations, including Silver Bay HR.
Models and enforces appropriate disciplinary techniques, as established by the policies of the Center.
Conducts parent conferences; maintains positive relationships and communications with parents; engages parents as volunteers.
Maintains classroom equipment; ensures in good working order and stored appropriately as part of a safe classroom environment.
Adheres to all NYS OCFS, Department of Health, NAEYC, CDC, and Silver Bay YMCA standards, regulations, and expectations.
Participates in required training and workshops to foster professional growth, per NYS OCFS regulations of 30 hours every 2 years.
Performs other duties, as requested.
As a 24-hour operation, all staff may be asked to work weekends, evenings, night shifts and/or holidays to serve our members, guests, and program participants.
