Regional Substitute Teacher- Flexible

We are a diverse community joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.

With more than 60,000 members across Chester County, our programs and facilities are always based on the unique needs and interests of the communities we serve. In addition, our volunteers, staff, members and donors are all united by a deep commitment to continually strengthen Chester County.

Job Title: Substitute Preschool Teacher Part Time/ Full time
Branch: Regional 

Location: Educational Centers across Chester County

Shifts/ AvaiIabiIity: Flexible Schedule
Starting Pay: $15.00-$17.00/ hour 
 

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is currently seeking Regional Substitute Teacher / Learning Mentor. If you love supporting children in their educational journey, visiting centers regionally, and having a flexible work schedule, then the YMCA is the place for you.

Our teams are truly dedicated to the development of children in an engaged and fun environment. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine provides a work-life balance while supporting our teams in their career journey.

About the YMCA of Greater Brandywine:

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of eight YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Responsibilities:

As a regional substitute teacher/mentor you will support 27 centers in your local area as assigned based on individual availability

Assists with classroom activities, meal times and implementation of developmentally appropriate lesson plans.

Maintains a healthy and engaging childhood learning environment as well as a clean ard risk-free room arrangement.

Gears the activity to needs of the individual child, with concern for their interest, challenges, special talents, and pace of learning.

Interacts with the children to encourage their development and involvement in activites and treats each child with dignity and respect.

Establishes and maintains positive and productive relationship with families, keeping parents/guardians well informed regarding the child's growth and development. Maintains maintenance records, including, but not limited to: accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records.

Attends all staff meetings and recommended training programs.

Maintains DHS compliance for personnel files, and on-site compliance with ratio, supervision, and regulations.

Assists in the ongoing evaluation procedures needed to assess the development 'levels of children.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Must have a high school diploma or GED and 30 credit hours of early childhood, elementary or related human services field education, or 15 college credit hours and one-year experience related to the care and development of children or high school diploma and 2,500 hours of service

Must have ability to interact positively with children and communicate professionally with parents. Successful candidate must be a team player and be able to work with others to achieve a common goal.

Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs At least 18 years of age or older

Benefits:

Making a difference in a child's life every day.

Fun, fast-paced work environment

Working for a diverse and inclusive community-based non-profit

Free individual membership (or discounted family membership), valid 'With active employment and includes program discounts throughout the YMCA of Greater Brandywine Association