Description:This position serves as both the Site Coordinator and Lead Teacher for the classroom. Must be available Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week.POSITION SUMMARY:The Lead Teacher/Site Program Coordinator assists with the day-to-day operations of the Great Start Readiness Program at the Visser Family YMCA. This position is responsible for overseeing the planning, developing, and implementing of classroom activities for a classroom size of 16-32 children. Operations include maintaining the food program (if applicable), scheduling, curriculum, staff, and children and parent relationships of the childcare programs. This position requires face-to-face leadership in these programs and may involve early morning and evening responsibilities.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Coordinates the day-to-day preschool program at assigned locationsDevelops action steps to improve programs quality and enrollmentRecommends appropriate staffing plans to meet ratio requirementsEnsures recruiting, orientating and enrolling children/familiesTours prospective childcare participants/membersRecommend necessary child/family referralsRecommends purchases of instructional materials and teaching aids such as books, toys; equipment and games designed to stimulate learningConfers with parents regarding facility activities, policies, and enrollment proceduresConfers with teaching staff regarding challenges in a child's behavior or learning style and recommends methods of modifying challenging behaviors and encouraging learning experiences to meet each individual child's needsReviews and evaluates facility activities to ensure conformance to state, ISD, and local regulationsAdvocate childcare in the communityMaintains a positive relationship with assigned licensing consultantsMaintains Michigan childcare records for licensing and food program (if applicable)Arranges medical attention for ill or injured children in accordance with parental and YMCA Association guidelinesImplements Character Development of the YMCA in programMaintains a positive relationship with school staff and board of education members (if applicable)Manages and coaches' staff at program sites when necessary.Plans and leads daily lesson plansOrganizes and participates in games and activitiesProvides weekly lesson plans to parentsProvides each participant's parent with information on individual activities on a daily basisPrepares materials for daily activitiesMaintains records of attendance and arrival and departure timesMaintains supervision of childrenConducts parent-teacher conferences at twice a yearCompletes documentation for the three checkpoints throughout the program year.Establishes a working relationship with Early Childhood Specialist, which includes offsite meetings and conferences.Conducts Home visits twice a year.Maintains the quality and quantity of supplies, equipment, and materials in the classroomDisciplines children and recommends or initiates other measures to control behaviorHandles parent concernsTravel to conference within state and out of state.Adhering to MDE guidelines and requirements for GSRPPerforms any other functions deemed to be necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids AssociationCOMPENSATION$23.00 - $25.00 ; Full Time, Non-Exempt (40 hours/week)BENEFITSFree YMCA Family Membership and program discounts!50% discount off the regular rate for each child registered in a YMCA childcare program. Full-time YMCA employees working in a licensed childcare program will receive a 50% discount on all Early Learning (toddler - preschool), School-Age, and Day Camp registrations.Health/Dental/Vision InsurancePaid Time Off, beginning at 3 weeks per year9 Paid Holidays per year12% retirement contribution upon eligibility, learn more here 403(b) retirement savings accountThe YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. More information can be found here. Paid Parental LeaveLong term disability, basic life insurance and other voluntary benefitsOngoing training and development opportunitiesAccess to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your familyCommunity Discounts, and more!Requirements:QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year College or university; three to five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Past supervision experience preferred. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with children 3-5 years of age. Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications. YMCA experience preferredCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONBlood Borne Pathogen trainingCPR Certification required within the first 60 daysFirst Aid Certification required within the first 60 daysState of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)FingerprintingDHS clearanceNegative T.B. skin testDocumentation of physical examWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.TRAVEL:0 - 5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.PM21Compensation details: 23-25 Hourly WagePId270e16ace66-6411