LEAD TODDLER TEACHER

Supervisor: Early Learning Area Director and Site Coordinator

Status: Full-Time hourly

Starting Salary Range: $18.05-$23.04 DOQ/DOE/HOUR

$.50/hr additional pay
for bi-lingual staff
(assessment required)

Benefits: Medical insurance Dental/Vision 401K (Pending eligibility requirements) Staff child-care discounts paid holidays

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is committed to empowering
all young people especially those who need us most to reach their full potential as
productive caring responsible citizens. Consistent with our values of Respect
Integrity Stewardship and Passion for Youth; we provide a broad range of programs
and activities focused on our priority outcomes of Academic Success Healthy
Lifestyles and Good Character and Citizenship. Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and
Franklin Counties began in 1995 and now serves over 2200 club members each year
at multiple club locations. The Club is currently working with community partners to
establish additional club sites in underserved communities.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator the Lead Toddler Teacher will assist in
planning preparing materials and implementing a variety of materials and resources
to promote physical mental and social development for youth ages 2-3 years of age.
The Lead Toddler Teacher visibly enjoys working with children strives to create an
environment that is safe and fun while helping members build confidence and skills.
The Lead Toddler Teacher fosters positive relationships with children families staff
and community members. The Lead Teacher should be passionate about
implementing great programming in a fast paced and busy environment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 2 years experience working with youth ranging in age from
birth-preschool
State Short Certificate (Preferred)
Experience working in a program that participates in Early Achievers
(Preferred)
Experience in program planning
Strong classroom and behavior management skills
21 years of age or older
Clean driving record and the ability to drive a Club vehicle to transport youth
Ability to remain poised positive and energetic in a busy work environment
Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to
problems

Strong verbal and written communication skills
ECE College Credits (Preferred)
30-Hour STARS Certificate (Preferred)
Tuberculosis Test (Preferred)
CPR/First Aid Card and Blood Borne Pathogens/HIV Training (Preferred)
Food Handlers Card (Preferred)

JOB FUNCTIONS
Plan and implement activities to meet the physical emotional intellectual and
social needs of the children in the program. Activities should also be
consistent with the organizations mission and priority outcome areas.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet childrens varying
needs and interests.
Observe and evaluate childrens performance behavior social development and
physical health.
Contribute to the creation of the Clubs overall climate for youth development
and success.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
Work to maintain upkeep of equipment.
Manage program supplies.
Help to maintain organization and cleanliness of classroom.
Enforce administrative policies and procedures and Washington
Administrative Codes (WACs).
Work with the Site Coordinator in ensuring that we are abiding by Early
Achievers guidelines and requirements.
Attend required meetings and trainings in order to maintain and improve
professional competence.
Help under the guidance of the Site Coordinator lead assistant staff.
Other duties as assigned.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit a cover letter and resume to
Position will close as filled.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.