Certified Teacher

Work Schedule: 3:00pm–6:00pm | Monday–Friday

General Functions:

Under the direction of the Education Program Director, the Certified Teacher is responsible for overseeing the development, organization, and implementation of a high-quality YMCA Educational Program. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The incumbent intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.

Our Culture:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
- Welcoming: We are open to all.
- Genuine: We value and embrace your individuality.
- Hopeful: We believe in your potential.
- Nurturing: We support you in your journey.
- Determined: We work relentlessly to strengthen our community—starting with you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Create and maintain a physically and mentally safe environment for all.

· Supervise staff and ensure professional behavior and appearance.

· Supervise students and serve as a professional role model upholding the YMCA’s mission and values.

· Plan, organize, and implement age/developmentally appropriate curriculum, schedules, and activities.

· Incorporate Parent/Guardian Engagement Activities.

· Maintain exceptional communication, leadership, empathy, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.

· Attend education staff meetings and meetings with school district when required.

· Work with interns and volunteers when applicable.

· Assist in marketing and promoting programs for community engagement.

· Maintain accurate attendance and sign-in/out records.

· Manage student behavior and maintain an orderly classroom.

· Observe, assess, and document individual student progress using appropriate tools.

· Ensure classroom areas are clean and organized at all times.

· Assist with budget planning and implementation as directed.

· Address concerns with professionalism and timely follow-up.

· Stay informed on YMCA programs and events to encourage participation.

· Actively support and participate in YMCA functions.

· Pursue ongoing training and maintain required certifications.

· Distribute and collect year-end surveys to inform program improvement.

· Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Education Program Director.

Experience and Education:

- Minimum bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development,

Special Education, Elementary Education, or related Human Services field.
- Minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience.
- Experience with supervision and financial management.
- Knowledge of NYS Learning Standards and developmentally appropriate practices.

Qualifications:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities with minimal direction.

· Strong customer service, decision-making, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

· Ability to read, interpret, and effectively communicate safety rules, procedures, and policies.

· Strong conflict resolution skills and leadership presence.

· Knowledge of age-appropriate activities and developmental milestones.

· Flexible work availability including evenings and weekends as needed.

· Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Training & Certifications:

· Valid NYS Teaching Certification in Early Education or equivalent required.

· Complete required YMCA online training within the designated timeframe.

· Current CPR/First Aid Certification.

· YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training within 60 days of employment.

· Medication Administration Certification within 60 days of employment.

· Minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years (15 hours within the first 60 days).

· Attend any additional training required by the YMCA or Executive Director.

Core Competencies:

· Supports the Mission, Vision, and Direction of the YMCA: Understands and supports the mission and values.

· Builds Community: Helps make meaningful connections and supports collaborative relationships.

· Provides a Quality Experience: Delivers high-quality experiences and resolves concerns with care.

· Works Productively: Performs duties responsibly and safely, adhering to YMCA standards.

· Communicates Effectively: Demonstrates courtesy, integrity, and teamwork; welcomes feedback.

Physical Demands:

Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 35 pounds. Visual requirements include close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Americans with Disabilities Specifications:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $29.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan

Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:
* Teaching Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Oswego, NY 13126 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Oswego, NY 13126: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person