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You are the “Y”.
We’re more than a pool - the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through fitness and healthy living, academic readiness, character development and violence prevention. Our 23 membership centers across the city and suburbs, 5 camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs provide everyone with a safe place to swim, learn, play and grow.
For over 135 years, the YMCA has been a pioneer and set the standard for aquatics and quality swim instruction. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our Swim Instructors to continue this legacy and contribute to the health and wellness of our children, families and communities.
Job Summary and Key Accountabilities:
Swim Instructor is a key member of the Aquatics team that provides group and private swim lessons for program participants that adheres to YMCA standards for curriculum, instructional quality, safety, certifications and other requirements. This includes ensuring an outstanding experience for each program participant and creating safe, welcoming environment that ensures the physical and emotional well-being of program participants, members and guests.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Effectively implements YMCA swim curricula for various levels and populations depending on class needs as outlined by the standards of the YMCA.
- Prepares progressive lesson plans to enhance the experience of program participants.
- Prepares reports and maintains records, including attendance records, skills sheets, progress reports, etc.
- Enforces aquatic rules and policies by maintaining constant surveillance of class participants.
- Acts as a primary responder in case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies and crowd control.
- Reports injuries and completes required forms.
- Sets up facility or equipment, and stores equipment upon completion of class. Immediately notifies supervisor of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects of the pool.
- Attends all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership.
- Maintains job-related certifications and documents completion of certifications in the HR information system
- Supports the mission and vision of the YMCA as assigned
- Provides leadership to other team members (Level 3)
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification or have current certification YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor, CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certification.
- Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices
- Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers.
- Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice
- Meets physical qualifications required for certification in job
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Job Summary:
Transport children and/or adults for various programs and trips for the YMCA. Provides supervision and direction to children and/or adults.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Transport children/adults to and from program activities and site(s).
- Makes daily safety inspection of bus/van.
- Reports to supervisor any conditions on bus/van which needs attention or correction.
- Oversees conduct of children/adults on bus/van.
- Follows all driver guidelines and standards.
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
- May supervise a group of program participants.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license with. CDL highly desirable.
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Under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager for Housing, the Case Manager develops a comprehensive service plan individualized for the needs of each client in a specified program.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Work with management to interview applicants and conduct a full psychosocial assessment to determine eligibility and suitability for program enrollment; record client and program data according to requirements of the funding agency; develop comprehensive service plans individualized to the needs of each resident in a program, such as identifying specialized counseling issues, health/mental health needs, benefits management, legal referrals, employment support, family reunification issues, and related issues; review of service plans with senior management from the Life Development Center on a monthly basis; contact clients on a weekly basis to work on current supportive services; develop and implement age-specific activities in the areas of social skill acquisition, health maintenance, and appropriate nutrition needs; develop and maintain a resource bank specific to the needs of formerly homeless residents, and develop professional relationships with neighborhood agencies that serve these residents; assist residents in initiating and maintaining healthy family contracts, involving significant family members in the lives of residents; other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or YMCA Executive program staff.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Requirements:
Have at minimum a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or equivalent education experience; must have at minimum 2 years experience working with the homeless population and/or people with challenges. Master's degree in social work or 1 year post graduate experience is highly acceptable.
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Provides leadership and planning of sports programs for different age groups. Supervises a group youth and/or adults. Promotes a positive environment for children, parents and staff.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Plans and implements sports programs in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA. Coordinates activities which are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate.
- Supervises a group of youth and/or adults to ensure their health and safety, and to provide for a positive experience for each person.
- Communicates with and maintains positive relationships with parents.
- Provides day-to-day guidance to staff and volunteers.
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
- Provides assistance to supervisor and may fill-in during temporary absences.
- Maintains sports equipment and notifies supervisor of equipment issues.
- Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Must have prior experience sports/specialty experience (i.e. Playing, Coaching, etc).
Be Part of Our Mission
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. Our network of 20 membership centers, five camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs at 100+ sites in the city and suburbs provides everyone with a safe place to learn, play and grow. In this role, you'll be an integral part of ensuring the YMCA continues to be a leader in making our city a world-class place to live and raise a family. So you're not just impacting a bottom line, you're impacting people and communities all over Chicagoland.
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Ice Rink Team Lead is responsible for assisting with rink management, providing high-quality leadership and engaging in direct service to meet the community needs and goals for a quality member experience. This includes providing a high level of customer service at all times and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment that ensures the physical and emotional well-being of members and guests.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with rink management and guard supervisor to ensure all positions are staffed during rink hours.
- Schedule and train staff to work front counter during open skate times.
- Prepare a schedule of staff hours and keep management updated.
- Open/Close as scheduled maintaining rink and lobby security.
- Maintain ice surface by driving the Zamboni and using edger.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in working in an ice rink, including ability to drive a Zamboni and use ice edger
- Team leadership, experience coaching or directing team members is preferred.
- Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission
- Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences
- Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model
- Customer service orientation, with the ability to effectively communicate on a regular basis with internal/external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service.
- Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
- Evidence of YMCA Team competencies in prior experience or practice
- Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description; The YMCA will accommodate reasonable accommodations for persons with disability.
Be Part of Our Mission
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. Our network of 20 membership centers, five camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs at 100+ sites in the city and suburbs provides everyone with a safe place to learn, play and grow. In this role, you'll be an integral part of ensuring the YMCA continues to be a leader in making our city a world-class place to live and raise a family. So you're not just impacting a bottom line, you're impacting people and communities all over Chicagoland.
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Provides instruction of ice skating programs for different age groups. Supervises a group youth and/or adults. Promotes a positive environment for children, parents and staff.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Teach ice skating skills and follow the progressive skills program.
- Maintain attendance and skill accomplishment records.
- Maintain surveillance of students and know their whereabouts at all times.
- Report accidents or injuries and complete accident reports as required.
- Attend meetings necessary to improve communications between students and staff.
- Monitor participants skate fit quality and function.
- Be available to assist fitting of equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Must be able to pass the required Delta test of ISIA.
- Ice Skate teaching experience at YMCA rink, ISIA, or USFSA Skating School 1-3 sessions.
- Experience working with children is preferred
- Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission
- Customer service orientation, with the ability to effectively communicate on a regular basis with internal/external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service.
- Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
- Evidence of YMCA Team competencies in prior experience or practice
- Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description; The YMCA will accommodate reasonable accommodations for persons with disability.
Be Part of Our Mission
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. Our network of 20 membership centers, five camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs at 100+ sites in the city and suburbs provides everyone with a safe place to learn, play and grow. In this role, you'll be an integral part of ensuring the YMCA continues to be a leader in making our city a world-class place to live and raise a family. So you're not just impacting a bottom line, you're impacting people and communities all over Chicagoland.
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Ice Rink Guard is a key member of the Ice Rink Team responsible for monitoring the ice rink and providing assistance and protection to users of the facility as outlined under the standards of the YMCA. This includes providing a high level of customer service at all times and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment that ensures the physical and emotional well-being of members and guests.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Provides a high-level of customer service to members, program participants and guests at all times. This includes greeting and monitoring skaters entering and exiting the rink, and providing skates as necessary.
- Supervises and guards the ice rink and facility and ensures participants adhere to all YMCA guidelines and procedures.
- Examines injured persons and administers first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
- Contacts emergency medical personal in case of serious injury.
- Attends all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership team.
- Supports the mission and vision as assigned.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Some experience in ice skating
- Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission
- Customer service orientation, with the ability to effectively communicate on a regular basis with internal/external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service.
- Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
- Evidence of YMCA Team competencies in prior experience or practice
- Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description; The YMCA will accommodate reasonable accommodations for persons with disability.
Be Part of Our Mission
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. Our network of 20 membership centers, five camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs at 100+ sites in the city and suburbs provides everyone with a safe place to learn, play and grow. In this role, you'll be an integral part of ensuring the YMCA continues to be a leader in making our city a world-class place to live and raise a family. So you're not just impacting a bottom line, you're impacting people and communities all over Chicagoland.
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The Program Manager provides operational leadership to the Youth and Family Drop-in Childcare and assists the Program Director with Day Camp programming and ongoing operations. This role is accountable to ensure that there is high-quality programming to meet the community needs and goals for program enrollment, quality, member experience, and budget. This includes enhancing the member/participant experience and member retention, delivering on program enrollment goals and revenue/budget and ensuring a safe environment for all members, participants and staff. Provides leadership and supervision that drives team engagement, performance and development.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Member and Program Experience
- Increases member/participant connection and commitment to YMCA programs and ensures the member/participant experience is consistent, integrated and aligned to YMCA goals for member experience, engagement and retention.
- Addresses members’ and prospective members’ inquiries. Adapts and creates tools and processes to enhance member experience.
- Monitors program registration goals to understand trends and identify means for development. Adapts and customizes program portfolio to meet community needs.
- Collaborates with peers and leaders in and outside the Y to promote programs in the community through multiple channels. Participates in special events and activities at the center and within the community.
- Coordinates with membership/contact center to ensure all collections, refunds and other transactions are completed accurately and timely.
- Participates in direct service as needed to facilitate program operations.
- Collaborates with other teams within center on membership and programming to ensure a high-quality member experience.
Team Management
- Identifies, manages and motivates a high-performing team that accomplishes program objectives.
- Establishes, monitors and evaluates team goals and performance standards. Coaches, trains and develops team members to optimize performance and enhance member experience.
- Coaches and mentors staff to support them in delivering safe, engaging and well-organized program services. Completes formal staff evaluations for performance reviews and provides coaching and intervention as necessary.
- Hires, onboards and trains new staff and provides ongoing trainings in accordance with training designs. Facilitates all-staff meetings and in-services. Responsible for ensuring staff are compliant with required trainings and certifications.
- Manages time and attendance for current staff, ensuring that time is accurately recorded in the HRIS system.
- Recruits and trains volunteers, where appropriate, to meet the needs of the programs.
Program Management
- Manages program budget, including forecasting revenue, managing program margins and expenses, to meet financial targets. Monitors and reports on program financial performance.
- Oversees maintenance of program guides, customer management system and online registration site to market programs to members and the community.
- Follows YMCA standards for supervised departments including Drop-in Childcare and Day Camp.
- Works to keep facilities safe, clean and inviting by adhering to association standards. Promotes the value of keeping the center welcoming and safe with staff.
- Identifies, escalates and rectifies potential risks that could threaten the safety, health or well-being of members, participants or employees.
- Supports the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Minimum and Preferred Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Recreation Management or related field
- 1 to 3 years or more experience in youth and family programming providing high-quality experience to program participants, with at least 2 years’ supervisor or team leadership experience.
- Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission.
- Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals through others, whether direct reports or through influence.
- Strategic thinking skills including effective planning, setting goals, monitoring progress, tracking results and making appropriate adjustments to plans based on circumstances and context.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness.
- Budget and expense management experience, with the ability to assist in managing budgets to plan.
- Customer service orientation, with the ability to effectively communicate on a regular basis with internal customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with customers, team members and other stakeholders and constituents.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email; ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice.
- Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
- Based on funding requirements, must be willing to register with the Gateways Registry and complete all required online training for designated program area.
Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our early learning create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
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The Building Engineer is responsible for providing routine/emergency engineering, maintenance, and repair services at assigned location to ensure a positive member/participant experience. Interfaces with customers and staff at location to meet facility needs and requirements and provide a high level of customer service within service level agreements. Provides day-to-day assignments and team leader support for facilities technicians and reports on building maintenance activities and work progress. Responsible for routine assessments of building systems and equipment, analyzes data to ensure proper functioning and adheres to preventative maintenance plans. Provides hands-on engineering support for routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance services as needed such as carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, landscape services and other building systems to optimize service quality and maintenance costs while adhering to building codes, maintenance standards and processes.
Be part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. Our network of 20 membership centers, five camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs at 100+ sites in the city and suburbs provides everyone with a safe place to learn, play and grow. In this role, you'll be an integral part of ensuring the YMCA continues to be a leader in making our city a world-class place to live and raise a family. So you're not just impacting a bottom line, you're impacting people and communities all over Chicagoland.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Facility Plans and Maintenance Engineering/Repair Services
- Ensures assigned location(s) is executing on facilities and maintenance plans and following related standards, building codes, policies and processes in support of internal quality standards and controls. This includes:
- Ensure all mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fitness and pool equipment, if applicable, are maintained in good working order and adhering to a preventive maintenance program.
- Surveys and tracks all mechanical, plumbing, electrical, fitness and pool equipment if applicable, to enhance service quality and ensures compliance with preventive maintenance plans.
- Monitors and evaluates utility services including electricity, natural gas, water, storm drainage, and septic systems.
- Monitors fire and life safety systems, stand-by generators, UPS systems, elevator and emergency exit plans
- Ensures compliance with OSHA safety standards throughout assigned locations
- Maintains appropriate records and documentation, as needed for specific location
- Responds to and completes work orders in a timely manner including reporting on work progress and completion. Provides daily assignments to facility technicians, and works with vendors and others as appropriate to complete work orders and documents results. Utilizes maintenance management system to enter, track, analyze and report on work orders and activities.
- Maintains tools and orders supplies as required for installation and repairs. Complies with company policy for the safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials. Maintains a clean and safe workspace at all times.
- Assists with capital project plans including assisting on renovations and modifications to the facilities related to electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other skilled trades, as needed. Assists project manager, where required.
- Evaluates, troubleshoots, repairs and provides guidance on building and equipment issues as needed.
- Keeps abreast of related regulations, equipment, building and safety standards, reporting requirements and systems/equipment; continuously builds skills in order to proactively address facilities and maintenance issues.
Department and Customer Service Management
- Provides a high level of internal customer service to assigned location including responding to internal customer needs and providing updates to location leadership on ongoing maintenance, work orders and building operations. Consults with leadership at assigned locations and/or other constituents as needed in order to understand customer needs and respond to requests.
- Informs and assists in managing department budgets and tracks expenses in conjunction with supervisor, Integrated Business Systems, Finance/Business Office at assigned locations within YMCA guidelines.
Team Leadership
- Acts as a team leader, providing assignments and coaching to facility technicians to achieve service levels
- Assists with scheduling and correcting time and attendance as needed.
- Support team goals and performance standards. Coaches, trains and develops team members to optimize performance and service quality.
- Provides appropriate information and expertise to team members to complete work orders and activities in a high-quality and timely manner.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Minimum and Preferred Requirements:
- Facilities engineering experience typically held by those with 5 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of related education and experience; team leadership experience coaching or directing team members is preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in all phases of physical plant operations including building systems, equipment maintenance and repair, scheduling, and administration
- Technical, hands-on expertise in HVAC, electrical and/or plumbing systems including diagnosis, troubleshooting and repairs
- Knowledge of OSHA and related safety practices as well as state and local safety, fire, construction, and public access regulations.
- Ability to keep detailed, accurate and complete records and documentation as needed.
- Budget and expense management experience, with the ability to assist in managing budgets to plan
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email, Facility Dude or related software; ability to learn and adapt to new technology
- Experience motivating and supporting a diverse, high-performing team including developing and coaching team members.
- Customer service orientation, with the ability to effectively communicate on a regular basis with internal customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple, non-technical audiences including team, customers, and other constituents.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effective build and maintain relationships with customers, team members and other stakeholders and constituents.
- Critical thinking skills and track record of continuous improvement including identifying and effectively addressing service needs and gaps.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness.
- Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice.
- Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description including visual acuity.
- Ability to travel locally in Chicagoland (city and suburbs) with a valid Driver’s License
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Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our instructors and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our before and after-school programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
Job Summary:
The Site Coordinator ensures the implementation of positive youth development practices with all daily activities and interactions with children. The Site Coordinator is responsible for ensuring program quality including assisting in implementing curriculum, providing leadership and guidance to staff and overseeing the ordering and distribution of snacks, materials and all supplies needed to operate the program. They will also provide direct service, when necessary, to execute the program.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Implements program curriculum with school-aged program staff while ensuring the program follows DCFS and YMCA standards.
- Provides guidance to staff while onsite in adhering to program quality standards.
- Facilitates collaboration with and between program staff including assisting in planning and leading program staff meetings.
- Enhances parent/guardian/caregiver engagement and ensures that the program meets expectations for quality
- Collaborates with teachers, principals and other staff at local schools to align and execute program activities and ensure program success.
- Maintains and audits all program files according to DCFS and YMCA Standards.
- Assists in development and execution of special events and seasonal school-aged programs, such as Day Camp, for members and program participants.
- Participates in program marketing and retention activities.
- Fills in for other staff as needed.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials.
- Previous experience in a childcare or education setting supporting high-quality programs.
- Must have capacity to make effective decisions and communicate well with team. parents and children
- Preferred candidates will have an Associate’s degree in child development or early childhood education or the equivalent in child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education.
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Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our instructors and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our before and after-school programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
Job Summary:
The Site Coordinator ensures the implementation of positive youth development practices with all daily activities and interactions with children. The Site Coordinator is responsible for ensuring program quality including assisting in implementing curriculum, providing leadership and guidance to staff and overseeing the ordering and distribution of snacks, materials and all supplies needed to operate the program. They will also provide direct service, when necessary, to execute the program.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Implements program curriculum with school-aged program staff while ensuring the program follows DCFS and YMCA standards.
- Provides guidance to staff while onsite in adhering to program quality standards.
- Facilitates collaboration with and between program staff including assisting in planning and leading program staff meetings.
- Enhances parent/guardian/caregiver engagement and ensures that the program meets expectations for quality
- Collaborates with teachers, principals and other staff at local schools to align and execute program activities and ensure program success.
- Maintains and audits all program files according to DCFS and YMCA Standards.
- Assists in development and execution of special events and seasonal school-aged programs, such as Day Camp, for members and program participants.
- Participates in program marketing and retention activities.
- Fills in for other staff as needed.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials.
- Previous experience in a childcare or education setting supporting high-quality programs.
- Must have capacity to make effective decisions and communicate well with team. parents and children
- Preferred candidates will have an Associate’s degree in child development or early childhood education or the equivalent in child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education.
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Make a Difference in Your Community.
As a Lead Teacher you will provide effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation and related research for children ages 3-5 years old. You will be responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervising children assigned in the classroom, and providing a supportive and positive classroom climate. You will ensure that we are meeting the individual needs of the children as mandated by DCFS, ExceleRate Illinois, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards, and YMCA standards and policies, as applicable.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our early learning teachers create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Promote and model high quality teaching and learning in the classroom that fosters academic readiness.
- Demonstrate culturally and linguistically appropriate practices that values all children and families and makes them feel welcomed and an essential part of the program
- Maintain awareness and supervision of children’s needs and ensure their physical health and safety, at all times.
- Communicate and develop effective partnerships with parents and families, encouraging parent involvement.
- Abide by DCFS and all quality standards for maintaining safe, high quality programming
- Collaborate regularly with classroom team including: families, volunteers and all staff.
- Collect and use multiple data sources, both formative and summative, to inform instruction and child centered learning and development.
- Complete routine professional development annually; utilize continuous quality improvement (CQI); and identify different instructional resources and methods to meet children's varying needs and improve the classroom experience for children and families.
- Participate and support association/center efforts towards recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of families while supporting the YMCA's mission and center operations as needed.
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management:
- Develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and parent involvement.
- Implement high quality, developmentally appropriate instructional activities and curriculum approaches (like Creative Curriculum™) that facilitate active learning experiences and promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child; while ensuring the program follows DCFS, YMCA, ExceleRate Illinois™, and NAEYC accreditation standards, if applicable.
- Research, plan, and implement appropriate studies/projects for an in-depth investigation of a topic over time.
- Establish and maintain an attractive, clean, safe and engaging classroom environment which includes positive guidance techniques and that encourages children's independence and self-selection of activities.
- Leverage the physical environment and pedagogical documentation to support teaching and learning practices.
- Use observational and child data to plan developmentally appropriate and engaging early learning experiences based upon the emergent needs of the child.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Requirements:
- Must meet DCFS licensing, and program related accreditation/credentialing requirements; Associates Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Must provide documentation of Gateways credentialing or apply within 90 days of employment.
- Passion for and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and serving the needs of children and families
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to implement developmentally appropriate practices to promote early learning and social-emotional development
- Ability to apply early learning best practices to create a child-centered, supportive, inclusive and positive classroom environment to meet the needs of diverse children.
- One year experience teaching or equivalent in a preschool classroom strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of how to design and implement the Creative Curriculum and other high quality curriculum approaches preferred.
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Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices,
you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
Job Summary:
The Teacher Aide provides support to the teaching team in planning and implementing learning experiences for children; maintaining the classroom; and managing children in accordance with the YMCA goals and curriculum plan. The Teacher Aide is responsible for supporting the teaching team in providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by DCFS, ExceleRate Illinois, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards, as applicable.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Assists the classroom team with the full implementation of DCFS, ExceleRate Illinois™ and NAEYC, policies and procedures, regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of children 3 -5 year olds, including developmentally appropriate practices.
- Exhibits a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with children.
- Utilizes and models appropriate grammar, language, positive interactions and discipline for children and families.
- In conjunction with the classroom team, provides opportunities for children to develop positive self-images and experience success.
- Maintains awareness of children and their health and physical safety at all times and communicates to the teacher(s) any unusual situations or needs of children.
- Assists with routines such as toileting/training, tooth brushing, hand washing, and meals promptly and consistently;
- Attends and participates in weekly classroom team meetings and assists in planning activities.
- Engages in continuing education and complete at least 20 clock hours of professional development annually, through participation in offered trainings, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences and maintain log of professional development requirements that aligns with their individual professional development plan.
- Serves as a role model for children, families and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming and an effective work ethic.
- Participates in recruitment efforts to help maintain full program enrollment.
- Supports the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management:
- Participates in planning and implementation of developmentally age appropriate indoor/outdoor activities that will enhance the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child.
- Positively and actively interacts with and guides children while at play at their level.
- Assists with preparation and set-up of the materials required to implement the daily lesson plan, indoor/outdoor.
- Supports children and teachers with cleanup from activities and transitions among activities.
- Helps with classroom management, arrangement, organization, and labeling materials.
- Actively participates in the upkeep and maintenance of a healthy, safe, and clean environment; regularly sanitizes classroom surfaces, equipment, toys and laundry.
Assessments, Evaluations, and Reports:
- Observes, assesses and documents each child’s health, skills, behavior, growth and development, as assigned.
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and a minimum of 6 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education required
- ECE Child Development Associate (CDA) or comparable credential (Minimum: Gateways Level 2 ECE credential) preferred
- Must have prior experience working with children
- Basic knowledge of child growth and development as well as developmentally appropriate practices for children ages 3-5.
- Ability to analyze and interpret State and Local Standards as well as State and local licensing requirements.
- Ability to build rapport with children, families and colleagues.
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The Youth Enrichment Instructor (YEI) is responsible for implementing and adapting a wide variety of enrichment activities for grades K-8 in a before or after school program setting. The YEI plays a key role in ensuring that program participants have a safe, supportive, interactive and enriching program experience while ensuring the safety and security of all program participants.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Creates a safe, supportive, interactive and engaging environment for youth that is characterized by teamwork, camaraderie and inclusiveness. This includes demonstrating an appreciation of the youths’ efforts and accomplishments and providing assistance and encouragement to program participants when needed.
- Provides effective supervision of youth that is age-appropriate, considers diverse abilities and interests and meets program quality, safety and policy requirements.
- Positively interacts with youth, parents/guardians and other team members to create a respectful, warm, supportive environment. Models self-control, respect and cooperation to teens and other team members. Utilizes youth arrival/departure ensure to share information with parents/guardians and to build relationships.
- Prepares lesson plans on a daily and/or weekly basis outlining program activities, ensures materials and supplies are available and ready for daily program activities, and ensures all program areas and supplies are clean and well maintained regularly.
- Maintains accurate attendance, instructional and other records as necessary to meet program requirements.
- Participates in team meetings and other special events
Child Abuse Prevention
- Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations.
Minimum and Preferred Requirements:
- Must meet minimum age requirements for the position based on program license requirements including being at least 5 years older than the oldest child with whom they work.
- H.S. Diploma or GED along with related college coursework and/or equivalent experience in a child care, education, recreation or related program. Additional educational or experience requirements may be required based on program license requirements.
- Must have the proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty.
- Commitment to and passion for the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission is required including a passion for working with diverse youth.
- Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences.
- Ability to identify and leverage developmentally appropriate practices in conducting after-school activities; ability to observe student behavior and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Y Team competencies in previous experience or practice.
- Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our instructors and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our before and after-school programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
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Summary
The Procurement Manager provides direction and leadership for the centralized purchasing and procurement operations of the YMCA of Metro Chicago. The Manager’s responsibilities include identifying, evaluating and recommending purchasing strategies and initiatives to deliver cost, quality and service improvements.
Scope and Responsibilities
- In coordination with COO, Senior Director of Operations, and other stakeholders, prepare proposal specifications, award criteria and other details related to the vendor selection process for the purchase of goods and service
- Negotiate and administer vendor contracts & agreements based on criteria and guidelines established through the vendor selection and proposal review process
- Work cross-functionally ensuring that contracts create positive vendor relationships through the entire lifecycle including contract roll out, customer service issues
- Develop procurement plans, forecast requirements, cost parameters and businesses interests.
Improve efficiency and effectiveness including coordinating internal teams for product evaluation and selecting “best total pricing”
- Lead negotiations with suppliers creating partnerships with suppliers focusing on forward thinking strategic development and relationship building
- Perform financial analysis of purchasing initiatives as it relates to cost-saving goals and return on investment
- Establish purchasing metrics, performance goals and improvement initiatives based on stakeholder input
- Develop collaborative purchasing initiatives across departments and centers in order to reduce costs, improve operational efficiencies, mitigate risk, improve supplier/service quality and provide relevant, value-added services to centers and staff
- Develop and manage vendor performance evaluation tool; provide monthly/quarterly performance reports
- Work to maintain internal controls to ensure proper approvals and documentation are in place and enforced
- Promote the highest professional and ethical standards in all procurement and purchasing related areas
- Prepare annual budget guidance for centers as related to centrally-managed purchasing programs
- Plan and execute strategies that will deliver cost, quality and service improvement to Centers
- Maintain effective communication between corporate management team, executive directors and stakeholders at the center-level
- Oversee & Manage YMCA’s Vendor Master File
- Promote ongoing development and training of staff
Child Abuse Prevention
Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (in business administration or other related field) preferred
- 3-5+ years of work experience as purchaser/buyer, preferably with a services or health/fitness organization
- CPP preferred
- Strong negotiating skills
- Detail oriented with strong quantitative analytical skills
- Project Management experience
- Computer savvy: skilled and comfortable with query and reporting tools, operational systems and Microsoft Office
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse groups, maintain confidentiality and think strategically
- Access to personal mode of transportation; frequent travel required
- Ability to operate as a team player juggling multiple priorities
- Strong customer service orientation, creative problem solving, interpersonal and diplomacy skills, collaborative work style
- Establish and maintain good vendor relationships
- Leadership experience preferred
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Lifeguard is a key member of the YMCA Aquatics team responsible for monitoring swimming areas and providing assistance and protection to users of the pool and aquatic facility as outlined under the standards of the YMCA. This includes providing a high level of customer service at all times and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment that ensures the physical and emotional well-being of members and guests.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Provides a high-level of customer service to members, program participants and guests at all times
- Supervises and guards the pool and aquatic facility and ensures participants adhere to all YMCA aquatic guidelines and procedures.
- Examines injured persons and administers first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
- Rescues distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Contacts emergency medical personal in case of serious injury.
- Actively participates in obtaining further water safety certifications.
- Attends all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership team.
- Supports the mission and vision as assigned.
- Maintains job-related certifications and documents completion of certifications in the HR information system
Child Abuse Prevention:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification or have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification as well as current First Aid, AED, CPR and Oxygen Administration certifications.
- Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements required for job certification.
- Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers.
- Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice
You are the “Y”.
We’re more than a pool - the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through fitness and healthy living, academic readiness, character development and violence prevention. Our 23 membership centers across the city and suburbs, 5 camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs provide everyone with a safe place to swim, learn, play and grow.
For over 135 years, the YMCA has been a pioneer and set the standard for aquatics and quality swim instruction. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our (Aquatic Coordinators, Lifeguards, and Swim Instructors) to continue this legacy and contribute to the health and wellness of our children, families and communities.
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Job Summary:
The Early Head Start Assistant Teacher works cooperatively to with both classroom teachers to ensure prompt and responsive care to each child, responding to their emotional, social, and physical and educational needs. Principal duties include promoting a supportive and positive classroom climate, attention and engagement in activities and play that stimulates development and frequent high quality language experiences. Further responsibilities involve child observation, assessment and adapting routines and daily experiences to meet individual child interests and abilities. The EHS Assistant Teacher communicates with classroom teachers regarding all aspects of each child’s care and classroom management, and conducts child observation and assessment of children assigned in the classroom, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.
Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices,
you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Provide responsive caregiving and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being.
- Support and embrace the agency written plan for continuity of care.
- Assist in the planning, preparation and delivery of age appropriate instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child. This includes both indoor and outdoor activities
- Assist the Early Head Start Teacher in rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) that will support children’s academic, intellectual and linguistic development.
- Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom and ensure the health and physical safety of children, at all times, whether indoors and outside.
- Meet the individual needs of each child, at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor)
- Interact with, and assist children individually or in small groups in order to guide and reinforce learning concepts.
- Assist with the completion of daily recording of health checks, communication logs, attendance, and meals.
- Guide and support all children, including dual language learners and those with special needs.
- Model and promote appropriate English grammar, language, positive interactions and discipline and interactions for children and parents.
- Establish a professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom (i.e., Teacher, Aide, Parents, and Volunteers), establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities.
- Develop effective communication and professional relationships with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g., classroom parent meetings & events, center-wide activities).
- Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of eligible families.
- Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, Developmentally Appropriate Practices and the Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Two’s.
- Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality at all times
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management
- Collaborate with classroom team members to develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and parent involvement.
- Gather, arrange and display children’s work to help in a manner appropriate for their eye level
- Assist classroom team to maintain an attractive, clean, safe and engaging classroom environment which includes positive guidance techniques and that encourages support children's independence and self-selection of activities.
- Model and implement family style eating during meal times.
- Regularly sanitize all surfaces, classroom toys, equipment and laundry.
- Assist with classroom management, arrangement, organization, and labeling materials.
- Assume joint share of classroom team to maintain a safe, clean, environment, and practice good personal hygiene and frequent hand washing.
- Assist with completion of classroom inventory quarterly and the selection of materials and equipment to support instruction and children’s learning.
Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports
- Timely and accurately administer required screenings.
- Observe, document and assess children’s health, skills, behavior, growth and development.
- Follow established system for collecting and managing daily observations of children, including weekly entries on-line.
- Take pictures and maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for each child.
- Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Head Start guidelines and the methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD.
- Input classroom data into appropriate information systems, as required (TSG, Home Visits and Parent/Teacher Conferences).
- Adhere to timelines and complete child assessment information, at least four times annually.
- Complete all necessary paperwork for classroom activities including attendance and meal count sheets.
- Assume joint share of the classroom team to maintain and ensure accurate and up to date education folders and portfolios for each child.
- Observe and respect issues of confidentiality.
Requirements:
- Must have CDA credential or Gateways to Opportunity Level 2 Infant/Toddler credential or Associate’s Degree and minimum of 2 classes in infant/toddler development depending on program requirements
- If required , must obtain a minimum of Gateways Level 2 Infant Toddler Certification within first 12 months of employment
- Experience working with children 6 weeks to 3 years old
- Demonstrated understanding of child growth and development
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to different audiences
- Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of high risk
- Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness.
- Ability to keep detailed, accurate and complete records and documentation as needed.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, email and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice.
- Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment
- Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs
- Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training
- Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description and annual requirements. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
- Ability to obtain DCFS background check clearance and provide pre-employment medical screening documentation
Child Abuse Prevention
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
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Job Summary:
The Early Head Start Assistant Teacher works cooperatively to with both classroom teachers to ensure prompt and responsive care to each child, responding to their emotional, social, and physical and educational needs. Principal duties include promoting a supportive and positive classroom climate, attention and engagement in activities and play that stimulates development and frequent high quality language experiences. Further responsibilities involve child observation, assessment and adapting routines and daily experiences to meet individual child interests and abilities. The EHS Assistant Teacher communicates with classroom teachers regarding all aspects of each child’s care and classroom management, and conducts child observation and assessment of children assigned in the classroom, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.
Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices,
you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Provide responsive caregiving and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being.
- Support and embrace the agency written plan for continuity of care.
- Assist in the planning, preparation and delivery of age appropriate instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child. This includes both indoor and outdoor activities
- Assist the Early Head Start Teacher in rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) that will support children’s academic, intellectual and linguistic development.
- Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom and ensure the health and physical safety of children, at all times, whether indoors and outside.
- Meet the individual needs of each child, at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor)
- Interact with, and assist children individually or in small groups in order to guide and reinforce learning concepts.
- Assist with the completion of daily recording of health checks, communication logs, attendance, and meals.
- Guide and support all children, including dual language learners and those with special needs.
- Model and promote appropriate English grammar, language, positive interactions and discipline and interactions for children and parents.
- Establish a professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom (i.e., Teacher, Aide, Parents, and Volunteers), establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities.
- Develop effective communication and professional relationships with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g., classroom parent meetings & events, center-wide activities).
- Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of eligible families.
- Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, Developmentally Appropriate Practices and the Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Two’s.
- Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality at all times
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management
- Collaborate with classroom team members to develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and parent involvement.
- Gather, arrange and display children’s work to help in a manner appropriate for their eye level
- Assist classroom team to maintain an attractive, clean, safe and engaging classroom environment which includes positive guidance techniques and that encourages support children's independence and self-selection of activities.
- Model and implement family style eating during meal times.
- Regularly sanitize all surfaces, classroom toys, equipment and laundry.
- Assist with classroom management, arrangement, organization, and labeling materials.
- Assume joint share of classroom team to maintain a safe, clean, environment, and practice good personal hygiene and frequent hand washing.
- Assist with completion of classroom inventory quarterly and the selection of materials and equipment to support instruction and children’s learning.
Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports
- Timely and accurately administer required screenings.
- Observe, document and assess children’s health, skills, behavior, growth and development.
- Follow established system for collecting and managing daily observations of children, including weekly entries on-line.
- Take pictures and maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for each child.
- Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Head Start guidelines and the methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD.
- Input classroom data into appropriate information systems, as required (TSG, Home Visits and Parent/Teacher Conferences).
- Adhere to timelines and complete child assessment information, at least four times annually.
- Complete all necessary paperwork for classroom activities including attendance and meal count sheets.
- Assume joint share of the classroom team to maintain and ensure accurate and up to date education folders and portfolios for each child.
- Observe and respect issues of confidentiality.
Requirements:
- Must have CDA credential or Gateways to Opportunity Level 2 Infant/Toddler credential or Associate’s Degree and minimum of 2 classes in infant/toddler development depending on program requirements
- If required , must obtain a minimum of Gateways Level 2 Infant Toddler Certification within first 12 months of employment
- Experience working with children 6 weeks to 3 years old
- Demonstrated understanding of child growth and development
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to different audiences
- Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of high risk
- Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness.
- Ability to keep detailed, accurate and complete records and documentation as needed.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, email and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice.
- Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment
- Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs
- Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training
- Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description and annual requirements. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
- Ability to obtain DCFS background check clearance and provide pre-employment medical screening documentation
Child Abuse Prevention
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.
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Job Summary:
The Early Head Start Assistant Teacher works cooperatively to with both classroom teachers to ensure prompt and responsive care to each child, responding to their emotional, social, and physical and educational needs. Principal duties include promoting a supportive and positive classroom climate, attention and engagement in activities and play that stimulates development and frequent high quality language experiences. Further responsibilities involve child observation, assessment and adapting routines and daily experiences to meet individual child interests and abilities. The EHS Assistant Teacher communicates with classroom teachers regarding all aspects of each child’s care and classroom management, and conducts child observation and assessment of children assigned in the classroom, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Provide responsive caregiving and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being.
- Support and embrace the agency written plan for continuity of care.
- Assist in the planning, preparation and delivery of age appropriate instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child. This includes both indoor and outdoor activities
- Assist the Early Head Start Teacher in rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) that will support children’s academic, intellectual and linguistic development.
- Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom and ensure the health and physical safety of children, at all times, whether indoors and outside.
- Meet the individual needs of each child, at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor)
- Interact with, and assist children individually or in small groups in order to guide and reinforce learning concepts.
- Assist with the completion of daily recording of health checks, communication logs, attendance, and meals.
- Guide and support all children, including dual language learners and those with special needs.
- Model and promote appropriate English grammar, language, positive interactions and discipline and interactions for children and parents.
- Establish a professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom (i.e., Teacher, Aide, Parents, and Volunteers), establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities.
- Develop effective communication and professional relationships with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g., classroom parent meetings & events, center-wide activities).
- Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of eligible families.
- Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, Developmentally Appropriate Practices and the Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers and Two’s.
- Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality at all times
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management
- Collaborate with classroom team members to develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and parent involvement.
- Gather, arrange and display children’s work to help in a manner appropriate for their eye level
- Assist classroom team to maintain an attractive, clean, safe and engaging classroom environment which includes positive guidance techniques and that encourages support children's independence and self-selection of activities.
- Model and implement family style eating during meal times.
- Regularly sanitize all surfaces, classroom toys, equipment and laundry.
- Assist with classroom management, arrangement, organization, and labeling materials.
- Assume joint share of classroom team to maintain a safe, clean, environment, and practice good personal hygiene and frequent hand washing.
- Assist with completion of classroom inventory quarterly and the selection of materials and equipment to support instruction and children’s learning.
Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports
- Timely and accurately administer required screenings.
- Observe, document and assess children’s health, skills, behavior, growth and development.
- Follow established system for collecting and managing daily observations of children, including weekly entries on-line.
- Take pictures and maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for each child.
- Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Head Start guidelines and the methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD.
- Input classroom data into appropriate information systems, as required (TSG, Home Visits and Parent/Teacher Conferences).
- Adhere to timelines and complete child assessment information, at least four times annually.
- Complete all necessary paperwork for classroom activities including attendance and meal count sheets.
- Assume joint share of the classroom team to maintain and ensure accurate and up to date education folders and portfolios for each child.
- Observe and respect issues of confidentiality.
Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
- Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
- Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
- Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
- Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Requirements:
- Must have CDA credential or Gateways to Opportunity Level 2 Infant/Toddler credential or Associate’s Degree and minimum of 2 classes in infant/toddler development depending on program requirements
- If required , must obtain a minimum of Gateways Level 2 Infant Toddler Certification within first 12 months of employment
- Experience working with children 6 weeks to 3 years old
- Demonstrated understanding of child growth and development
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to different audiences
- Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of high risk
- Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness.
- Ability to keep detailed, accurate and complete records and documentation as needed.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, email and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology.
- Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice.
- Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment
- Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs
- Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training
Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices,
you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
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Job Summary:
The Early Head Start Teacher II provides effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation and related research for children ages 6 weeks-3 years old. The Early Head Start Teacher II is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.
Scope of Responsibilities:
- Provide a positive climate, responsive care giving and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being.
- Work with assigned group of infants, toddlers and two’s, applying best practices for care and physical safety
- Facilitate and nurture the development of each child’s self-esteem, trust and growing autonomy.
- Integrate and assist children with special needs.
- Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom parent meetings & events and parent/child home activities).
- Obtain families’ social-cultural background information and designs meaningful learning experiences for children based on their findings.
- Incorporate rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) that will support children’s academic, intellectual and linguistic development.
- Utilize fidelity measures to support implementation of English Language Learner programs, and to inform linguistic and culturally responsive practices.
- Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year.
- Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; and ensure routines such as diapering, toileting/training, hand washing, meals are handled promptly and consistently with state and local regulations.
- Follow a consistent schedule that meets the individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping and effective transition between activities.
- Respond quickly and appropriately to children’s different and personal needs (verbal and non-verbal cues) and temperament styles
- Engage and guide children at play, meeting them at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor).
- Complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development annually, through participation in offered trainings, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences; and maintain log of professional development achievements, including documents supporting completion.
- Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of eligible families.
- Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.
Lesson Planning and Classroom Management
- Create and maintain an engaging learning environment that encourages exploration, interactions with adult caregivers, and independence
- Provide designated areas in the classroom to exhibit displays of families, children and their work.
- Develop lesson plans with goals, objectives and outcomes that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and parent activities.
- Provide age appropriate and individual learning experiences that that incorporates social emotional and cognitive development, early language and literacy, physical development and integration of the arts.
- Establish a professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom (e.g. Teachers, Assistants, Aides, Paraprofessionals, Parents, and Volunteers), establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities.
- Communicate regularly and convene meetings with classroom team to review classroom and child data, seek input, discuss strategies, develop plans and create a cooperative relationship and environment.
- Supply suitable materials concrete and relevant to the children’s interests and culture that promotes high quality early learning.
- Complete classroom inventory quarterly; identify and select materials, supplies and equipment to support children’s learning; and rotate materials to maintain and encourage new learning.
- Perform and ensure regular sanitation of all surfaces, changing stations, equipment classroom toys and laundry.
Assessments, Evaluations, and Reports
- Administer and accurately document initial and ongoing development using required screening tools at established intervals.
- Observe children to evaluate and record their progress, recommend and complete referrals for further evaluation.
- Participate in initial and additional internal and external staffing with parent and FSW on all children suspected and/or identified with special needs.
- Establish and maintain a system for collecting and managing daily observations of children.
- Complete observation and quarterly assessment of individual children according to methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD.
- Generate and complete reports using them for planning and sharing information with others.
- Maintain up-to-date child education file and portfolio progress and development.
- Enter individual child and classroom data into appropriate information systems according to established guidelines and timeframes.
- Complete and timely submit required paperwork (e.g. health check, attendance, meals, communication logs, lesson plans, and monthly reports).
- Observe and respect issues of confidentiality
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with two Infant/Toddler courses (minimum 6 college credit hours)
- Level 4 Gateways Infant/Toddler Certification or Erikson Institute Infant/Toddler Certification
- 1 -3 years in an early childhood classroom required, preferably in a NAEYC accredited program and/or an Early Head Start or Prevention Initiative funded program
- Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment
- Must meet annual physical exam requirements
- Experience using Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum design and teaching and instruction for children ages 0-3
- Ability to analyze and interpret Head Start Standards, State and local licensing requirements
- Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of high risk
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and experience with database and/or recordkeeping software
- Computer literacy required; must be ab
- le to navigate basic computer functions, complete online trainings and communicate by email independently
- Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs
- Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training
Be a part of our mission.
The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our (teachers, instructors) and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.
Our early learning create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.
