Lead Preschool Teacher

Who We Are

Manchester Youth Development Center (MYDC) is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of children families and communities. Our mission is to create a welcoming safe and caring environment nurturing academic social and emotional development to empower youth to become engaged productive citizens. Our holistic approach focuses on positive goalsetting and family mobilization serving as a catalyst for lasting change in our community. We provide a comprehensive range of educational recreational and social programs equipping young individuals with the skills and confidence necessary for success and are committed to making a profound impact on the lives of youth in Manchester.

Who Were Looking For

Create a world of wonder and discovery at MYDC! Join us as our Lead Preschool Teacher and play a vital role in instructing and guiding preschoolaged children. Lead engaging educational activities develop enriching curriculum and monitor student progress fostering their social physical and intellectual development in our stimulating preschool environment ensuring each child thrives.

Essential Duties

• Develop and implement ageappropriate lesson plans and activities that align with early childhood education standards and promote childrens social emotional cognitive and physical development.
• Structure the daily schedule and classroom activities to provide a balance of structured learning free play and rest periods.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and materials to engage children and accommodate different learning styles.
• Oversee and actively participate in all classroom activities ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Maintain a clean organized and stimulating classroom environment that promotes exploration and discovery.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
• Implement positive behavior management techniques to guide childrens behavior and promote social skills.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents providing regular updates on their childs progress and addressing any concerns.
• Conduct parentteacher conferences to discuss childrens growth and development.
• Participate in family engagement activities and events.
• Maintain open communication with parents daily about their childs day.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities
• Follow all program policies safety rules and Keystone STARS regulations.
• Lead and work alongside other staffto ensure a smoothday; communicate any issues or concerns.
• Collaborate with the team to constantly improve and innovate the preschool/Training Wheels program experience.
• Provide feedback and suggestions for program enhancements.

Compensation:$45000$52000

Experience/Education Requirement:

• Minimum of two 2 years of professional experience working with preschool or young children in a group setting (i.e. daycare preschool early intervention).
• Bachelors degree in early childhood education.
• Experience in curriculum development and implementation demonstrating knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Successful completion of all required child protective services clearances or ability to obtain them.
• Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate; specifically in early childhood education.
• Current certifications in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
• Preemployment Physical andTB Test.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development principles and practices.
• Ability to plan and facilitate engaging activities for different age groups.
• Skilled in developing and implementing educational recreational and enrichment activities.
• Ability to create a nurturing and supportive learning environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think creatively adapt to changing situations and find innovative solutions.
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively with Assistant Teacher to ensure classroom success.
• Ability to follow safety regulations and procedures and maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Patience flexibility and a passion for working with young children.
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with youth and a commitment to fostering their growth development and wellbeing.