YWCA POSITIONS IN WISE COUNTY

All Employment positions are located in Wise County, Virginia.

Email cover letter and resume to: careers@ywcatnva.org

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Job Title: DIRECTOR

Location: Little Cavaliers Early Learning Center, University of Virginia at Wise

Responsible to: Director of Licensed Programs

Job Purpose: The Director is responsible for the daily operations and overall management of the UVA Wise childcare center. The Director is also responsible for the planning and directing of care services for the participants in the program with the participation of the staff.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Director performs the following:

Program Management and Development

Ensures the UVA Wise Little Cavaliers Early Learning Center operates at all times within the guidelines of YWCA and UVA Wise policies and procedures and the Licensure Standards of the Virginia Department of Education, and any local, state, and/or federal mandates and guidelines of other regulatory agencies.
Ensures that Health, Environment, and Fire Inspection standards are met and meets with Licensing Inspectors when necessary.
Maintains licensing standards, required documentation and paperwork, annual licensing renewal, and licensing visits.
Manages all activities pertaining to budgeting, curriculum development and implementation, developmental practices, VQB5, and child enrollment procedures
Maintains confidentiality regarding participants, their families, and or caregivers.
Supervises all aspects of staff work, including:
- Conducting interviews
- Conducting training and orientation for newly hired employees
- Ensuring that staff have complete documents and papers necessary for employment and licensing
- Supervising, scheduling, and coordinating the activities of the center supervisor and all childcare staff to ensure the needs of participants and families are met
- Conducting monthly staff meetings
- Conducting annual staff evaluations
- Maintaining staff training records in accordance with state regulations
Participates in conferences, training sessions, and meetings relating to areas of assigned responsibility.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Child Care

Ensures proper procedures are followed, including:
- Enrollment procedures
- Parent orientations
- Waiting list maintenance
- Facility tours for new and prospective parents
Maintains childcare licensing standards, including:
- Required paperwork
- Licensing renewal
- Licensing visits
- Meeting with the Licensing Inspector, as necessary
Substitutes in various classrooms, possibly for extended periods of time, and assists in meal prep for classrooms
Conducts observations and provides coaching to teachers and assistants regularly.

General Requirements

Works in a safety-conscious manner, which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to the supervisor.
Complies with UVA Wise and YWCA policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
Adheres to a drug-free workplace.
Interacts in a professional, compassionate manner with children, families, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers to provide a safe and caring environment that ensures self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each person.
Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming hygiene, and dress code.
Ensures equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

General qualifications for the Director are outlined in 8VAC20-780-180 of the State Board of Education Standards for Licensed Child Daycare Centers and include:

Being of good character and reputation.
Capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities.
Capable of accepting training and supervision.
Capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility.
Staff who work directly with children shall be capable of communicating with emergency personnel.

The Director must be at least 21 years of age and meet one of the education and experience options below.

A graduate degree in a child-related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation from a college or university and six months of programmatic experience.
An endorsement or bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as elementary education, nursing, or recreation from a college or university and one year of programmatic experience.
Forty-eight semester hours or 72 quarter hours of college credit from a college or university, of which 12 semester hours or 18 quarter hours are in child-related subjects, and one year of programmatic experience.
Two years of programmatic experience with one year in a staff supervisory capacity and at least one of the following education backgrounds:

A one-year early childhood certificate from a college or university that consists of at least 30 semester hours;
A child development credential that requires: (1) High school program completion or the equivalent; (2) 480 hours working with children in a group which could include a supervised practicum; (3) Determination of competency in promoting children's development, providing a safe and healthy environment, managing the classroom environment or childhood program, and promoting positive and productive relationships with parents or guardians; and (4) At least 120 hours of child-related training taught by an individual or by an organization with expertise in early childhood teacher preparation provided that the training facilitator: (a) Documents the student's mastery and competence; (b) Observes the student's application of competence in a classroom setting; (c) Has a combination of at least six years of education (leading to a degree or credential in a child-related field) or programmatic experience; and (d) Has at least 12 semester hours or 180 hours in a child-related field, a child development credential or equivalent, and two years of programmatic experience with one year in a staff supervisory capacity; or
A certification of qualification from an internationally or nationally recognized Montessori organization.

Physical Demands

Walking, standing, talking, and hearing. The employee must be able to hear children at all times, must be able to see the children with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately.
Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain active work for 8 hours or more.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Agility to move quickly and keep pace with young children.

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more.

Travel

Minimal travel required. Some travel to and from the YWCA and scheduled trainings.

Other

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Title: PreK Lead Educator

Location: Little Cavaliers Early Learning Center, University of Virginia at Wise

Responsible to: Director

Job Purpose: The PreK Lead Educator is responsible for the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being and the supervision of his/her assigned group of children. Caring for four and five-year old’s, educators will provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching educational environment; contributes to social interactions; has the patience, compassion, and energy to successfully guide children, each of whom will have different needs, abilities, aptitudes, and emotions; planning comprehensive curriculums addressing developmental needs along with foundational life skills preparing them for the next stage of formal education.

Certification Requirement

Candidate must hold an active Virginia teaching license in Early Childhood Education.

Salary Range

$41,000-$49,000

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director, the PreK Lead Educator performs all of the following:

Child Development and Supervision

Plans, supervises, and implements the childcare program in accordance with policies and the philosophy of the center.
Treats each child with dignity and respect.
Helps children become aware of their roles as integral members of a group.
Physically supervises all activities of children in their care, supervision standards and processes must be maintained at all times both inside and outside of the center.
Provides consistent care of children’s needs throughout the day, including but not limited to:
- Feeding
- Diapering
- Toilet Training
- Comforting
- Guidance
- Nap/ Rest
- Play
- Learning
Tailors the program to the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, differing abilities, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
Considers individual children in relation to their cultural and socioeconomic background.
Leads developmentally appropriate activities and lessons that include dramatic play, block/manipulative, gross/fine motor, arts/crafts, music/movement, language, math/science, indoor/outdoor activities, etc.
Communicates daily with parents/families regarding child’s day/activities.
Evaluates child’s performance and completes a developmental checklist as required.
Provides medical care as needed to children.
Submits weekly lesson plans at least one week in advance to Director.
Identifies behavioral problems and determine the right course of action.
Coordinates activities for volunteers.

Classroom and Program Management

Responsible for the arrangement, appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom.
Ensures classroom environment, lesson plans, and all other quality criteria are maintained at all times.
Responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and records of attendance, accidents, activity sheets, etc.
Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of and reporting any maintenance/repair for the classroom.
Assumes an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities (indoors and outdoors).
Responsible for ensuring the classroom is adequately stocked with any necessary forms or supplies each day before the first child arrives.
Attends all required staff meetings.
Participates in recommended training programs, conferences, CPR and First Aid courses, and other aspects of professional development (Minimum hours required: 16 per year)
Implements methods for effectively utilizing Educational Assistants.
Represents the PreK Lead Educator position, the YWCA, and UVA Wise in a hospitable manner to guests and in contact outside the center.
Maintains a positive, flexible, and cooperative relationship with all staff and volunteers of the agency.
Assists the Director in supervising classroom staff/volunteers and ensuring the smooth coordination of all classroom activities and plans.
Carries out standards of Virginia Department of Education licensure rules; responsible to read, review, and understand all regulations.
Responsible for reporting in an appropriate and timely manner any noncompliance with UVA Wise or YWCA policies and procedures, VDOE licensure rules, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Performs other duties assigned by the Director.

General Requirements

Works in a safety-conscious manner, which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to the supervisor.
Complies with YWCA and UVA Wise policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
Adheres to a drug-free workplace.
Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with children, families, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers to provide a safe and caring environment that ensures self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each person.
Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming hygiene, and dress code.
Ensures equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Physical Demands

Walking, standing, talking, and hearing. The employee must be able to hear children at all times, must be able to see the children with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately.
Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain long hours of active work for 8 hours or more.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Agility to move quickly and keep pace with young children.

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more.

Travel

Minimal travel required. Some travel may be required for trainings.

Other

Lead educators shall be at least 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and meet one of the following:

Have one of the program director qualifications in Virginia Department of Education licensing standard 8VAC20-780-190;
Have an endorsement or bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as, but not limited to, elementary education, nursing, or recreation, from a college or university;
Have three months of programmatic experience and at least one of the following education backgrounds:
A one year early childhood certificate from a college or university that consists of at least 30 semester hours;
A child development credential by an organization listed in § 22.1289.048 of the Code of Virginia; (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.048/)
A teaching diploma from an internationally or nationally recognized Montessori organization; or
Have six months of supervised programmatic (center) experience.
Within six months before being promoted or beginning work or one month after being promoted or beginning work, a minimum of 12 hours of training shall be received related to the care of children, including but not limited to:

(1) Child development;

(2) Playground safety;

(3) Health and safety issues; and

(4) Preventing and reporting child abuse and neglect.

Email cover letter and resume to: careers@ywcatnva.org

Job Title: Transitional Preschool Lead Educator

Location: Little Cavaliers Early Learning Center, University of Virginia at Wise

Responsible to: Director

Job Purpose: The Transitional Preschool Lead Educator is responsible for the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being and the supervision of his/her assigned group of children. Caring for two and three-year old’s, educators will provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching educational environment; contributes to social interactions; has the patience, compassion, and energy to successfully guide young children, each of whom will have different needs, abilities, aptitudes, and emotions; ensures children acquire developmentally appropriate knowledge and skills through creative methods of classroom activities.

Preferred Requirement

Teaching certificate from the state of Virginia is preferred.

Salary Range

$31,000-$35,000

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director, the Transitional Preschool Lead Educator performs all of the following:

Child Development and Supervision

Plans, supervises, and implements the childcare program in accordance with policies and the philosophy of the center.
Treats each child with dignity and respect.
Helps children become aware of their roles as integral members of a group.
Physically supervises all activities of children in their care, supervision standards and processes must be maintained at all times both inside and outside of the center.
Provides consistent care of children’s needs throughout the day, including but not limited to:
- Feeding
- Diapering
- Toilet Training
- Comforting
- Guidance
- Nap/Rest
- Play
- Learning
Tailors the program to the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, differing abilities, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
Considers individual children in relation to their cultural and socioeconomic background.
Leads developmentally appropriate activities and lessons that include dramatic play, block/manipulative, gross/fine motor, arts/crafts, music/movement, language, math/science, indoor/outdoor activities, etc.
Communicates daily with parents/families regarding child’s day/activities.
Evaluates child’s performance and completes a developmental checklist as required.
Provides medical care as needed to children.
Submits weekly lesson plans at least one week in advance to Director.
Identifies behavioral problems and determine the right course of action.
Coordinates activities for volunteers.

Classroom and Program Management

Responsible for the arrangement, appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom.
Ensures classroom environment, lesson plans, and all other quality criteria are maintained at all times.
Responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and records of attendance, accidents, activity sheets, etc.
Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of and reporting any maintenance/repair for the classroom.
Assumes an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities (indoors and outdoors).
Responsible for ensuring the classroom is adequately stocked with any necessary forms or supplies each day before the first child arrives.
Attends all required staff meetings.
Participates in recommended training programs, conferences, CPR and First Aid courses, and other aspects of professional development (Minimum hours required: 16 per year)
Implements methods for effectively utilizing Educational Assistants.
Represents the Transitional Preschool Lead Educator position, the YWCA, and UVA Wise in a hospitable manner to guests and in contact outside the center.
Maintains a positive, flexible, and cooperative relationship with all staff and volunteers of the agency.
Assists the Director in supervising classroom staff/volunteers and ensuring the smooth coordination of all classroom activities and plans.
Carries out standards of Virginia Department of Education licensure rules; responsible to read, review, and understand all regulations.
Responsible for reporting in an appropriate and timely manner any noncompliance with UVA Wise or YWCA policies and procedures, VDOE licensure rules, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Performs other duties assigned by the Director.

General Requirements

Works in a safety-conscious manner, which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to the supervisor.
Complies with YWCA and UVA Wise policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
Adheres to a drug-free workplace.
Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with children, families, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers to provide a safe and caring environment that ensures self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each person.
Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming hygiene, and dress code.
Ensures equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Physical Demands

Walking, standing, talking, and hearing. The employee must be able to hear children at all times, must be able to see the children with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately.
Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain long hours of active work for 8 hours or more.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Agility to move quickly and keep pace with young children.

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more.

Travel

Minimal travel required. Some travel may be required for trainings.

Other

Lead educators shall be at least 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and meet one of the following:

Have one of the program director qualifications in Virginia Department of Education licensing standard 8VAC20-780-190;
Have an endorsement or bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as, but not limited to, elementary education, nursing, or recreation, from a college or university;
Have three months of programmatic experience and at least one of the following education backgrounds:
A one year early childhood certificate from a college or university that consists of at least 30 semester hours;
A child development credential by an organization listed in § 22.1289.048 of the Code of Virginia; (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.048/)
A teaching diploma from an internationally or nationally recognized Montessori organization; or
Have six months of supervised programmatic (center) experience.
Within six months before being promoted or beginning work or one month after being promoted or beginning work, a minimum of 12 hours of training shall be received related to the care of children, including but not limited to:

(1) Child development;

(2) Playground safety;

(3) Health and safety issues; and

(4) Preventing and reporting child abuse and neglect.

Email resumes to: careers@ywcatnva.org

Job Title: Toddler Lead Educator

Location: Little Cavaliers Early Learning Center, University of Virginia at Wise

Responsible to: Director

Job Purpose: The Toddler Lead Educator is responsible for the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being and the supervision of his/her assigned group of children. Caring for toddlers 12-24 months, educators provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching educational environment; contributes positively to social interactions as toddlers interact with each other; has patience and the ability to support toddlers individual needs, abilities, and emotions; encouraging self-expression through understanding, flexibility, and positive behavioral guidance; ensures children are acquiring developmentally appropriate knowledge and skills in a playful learning-education atmosphere.

Salary Range

$31,000-$35,000

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director, the Toddler Lead Educator performs all of the following:

Child Development and Supervision

Plans, supervises, and implements the childcare program in accordance with policies and the philosophy of the center.
Treats each child with dignity and respect.
Helps children become aware of their roles as integral members of a group.
Physically supervises all activities of children in their care, supervision standards and processes must be maintained at all times both inside and outside of the center.
Provides consistent care of children’s needs throughout the day, including but not limited to:
- Feeding
- Diapering
- Toilet Training
- Comforting
- Guidance
- Nap
- Play
- Learning
Tailors the program to the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, differing abilities, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
Considers individual children in relation to their cultural and socioeconomic background.
Leads developmentally appropriate activities and lessons that include dramatic play, block/manipulative, gross/fine motor, arts/crafts, music/movement, language, math/science, indoor/outdoor activities, etc.
Communicates daily with parents/families regarding child’s day/activities.
Evaluates child’s performance and completes a developmental checklist as required.
Provides medical care as needed to children.
Submits weekly lesson plans at least one week in advance to Director.
Identifies behavioral problems and determine the right course of action.
Coordinates activities for volunteers.

Classroom and Program Management

Responsible for the arrangement, appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom.
Ensures classroom environment, lesson plans, and all other quality criteria are maintained at all times.
Responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and records of attendance, accidents, activity sheets, etc.
Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of and reporting any maintenance/repair for the classroom.
Assumes an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities (indoors and outdoors).
Responsible for ensuring the classroom is adequately stocked with any necessary forms or supplies each day before the first child arrives.
Attends all required staff meetings.
Participates in recommended training programs, conferences, CPR and First Aid courses, and other aspects of professional development (Minimum hours required: 16 per year)
Implements methods for effectively utilizing Educational Assistants.
Represents the Toddler Lead Educator position, the YWCA, and UVA Wise in a hospitable manner to guests and in contact outside the center.
Maintains a positive, flexible, and cooperative relationship with all staff and volunteers of the agency.
Assists the Director in supervising classroom staff/volunteers and ensuring the smooth coordination of all classroom activities and plans.
Carries out standards of Virginia Department of Education licensure rules; responsible to read, review, and understand all regulations.
Responsible for reporting in an appropriate and timely manner any noncompliance with UVA Wise or YWCA policies and procedures, VDOE licensure rules, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Performs other duties assigned by the Director.

General Requirements

Works in a safety-conscious manner, which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to the supervisor.
Complies with YWCA and UVA Wise policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
Adheres to a drug-free workplace.
Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with children, families, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers to provide a safe and caring environment that ensures self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each person.
Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming hygiene, and dress code.
Ensures equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Physical Demands

Walking, standing, talking, and hearing. The employee must be able to hear children at all times, must be able to see the children with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately.
Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain long hours of active work for 8 hours or more.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Agility to move quickly and keep pace with young children.

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more.

Travel

Minimal travel required. Some travel may be required for trainings.

Other

Lead educators shall be at least 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and meet one of the following:

Have one of the program director qualifications in Virginia Department of Education licensing standard 8VAC20-780-190;
Have an endorsement or bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as, but not limited to, elementary education, nursing, or recreation, from a college or university;
Have three months of programmatic experience and at least one of the following education backgrounds:
A one year early childhood certificate from a college or university that consists of at least 30 semester hours;
A child development credential by an organization listed in § 22.1289.048 of the Code of Virginia; (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.048/)
A teaching diploma from an internationally or nationally recognized Montessori organization; or
Have six months of supervised programmatic (center) experience.
Within six months before being promoted or beginning work or one month after being promoted or beginning work, a minimum of 12 hours of training shall be received related to the care of children, including but not limited to:

(1) Child development;

(2) Playground safety;

(3) Health and safety issues; and

(4) Preventing and reporting child abuse and neglect.

Email cover letter and resume to: careers@ywcatnva.org

Job Title: Infant Lead Educator

Location: Little Cavaliers Early Learning Center, University of Virginia at Wise

Responsible to: Director

Job Purpose: The Infant Lead Educator is responsible for the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being and the supervision of his/her assigned group of children. Caring for infants 8 weeks-16 months, educators provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching educational environment; contribute positively to social interactions as infants interact with each other; possesses patience, high energy, and ability to handle the demand of infants and young toddlers with different personalities and capabilities; and responds to meet each child’s individual and developmental needs.

Salary Range

$31,000-$35,000

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director, the Infant Lead Educator performs all of the following:

Child Development and Supervision

Plans, supervises, and implements the childcare program in accordance with policies and the philosophy of the center.
Treats each child with dignity and respect.
Helps children become aware of their roles as integral members of a group.
Physically supervises all activities of children in their care, supervision standards and processes must be maintained at all times both inside and outside of the center.
Provides consistent care of children’s needs throughout the day, including but not limited to:
- Feeding
- Diapering
- Toilet Training
- Comforting
- Guidance
- Nap
- Play
- Learning
Tailors the program to the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, differing abilities, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
Considers individual children in relation to their cultural and socioeconomic background.
Leads developmentally appropriate activities and lessons that include dramatic play, block/manipulative, gross/fine motor, arts/crafts, music/movement, language, math/science, indoor/outdoor activities, etc.
Communicates daily with parents/families regarding child’s day/activities.
Evaluates child’s performance and completes a developmental checklist as required.
Provides medical care as needed to children.
Submits weekly lesson plans at least one week in advance to Director.
Identifies behavioral problems and determine the right course of action.
Coordinates activities for volunteers.

Classroom and Program Management

Responsible for the arrangement, appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom.
Ensures classroom environment, lesson plans, and all other quality criteria are maintained at all times.
Responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and records of attendance, accidents, activity sheets, etc.
Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of and reporting any maintenance/repair for the classroom.
Assumes an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities (indoors and outdoors).
Responsible for ensuring the classroom is adequately stocked with any necessary forms or supplies each day before the first child arrives.
Attends all required staff meetings.
Participates in recommended training programs, conferences, CPR and First Aid courses, and other aspects of professional development (Minimum hours required: 16 per year)
Implements methods for effectively utilizing Educational Assistants.
Represents the Infant Lead Educator position, the YWCA, and UVA Wise in a hospitable manner to guests and in contact outside the center.
Maintains a positive, flexible, and cooperative relationship with all staff and volunteers of the agency.
Assists the Director in supervising classroom staff/volunteers and ensuring the smooth coordination of all classroom activities and plans.
Carries out standards of Virginia Department of Education licensure rules; responsible to read, review, and understand all regulations.
Responsible for reporting in an appropriate and timely manner any noncompliance with UVA Wise or YWCA policies and procedures, VDOE licensure rules, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Performs other duties assigned by the Director.

General Requirements

Works in a safety-conscious manner, which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to the supervisor.
Complies with YWCA and UVA Wise policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
Adheres to a drug-free workplace.
Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with children, families, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers to provide a safe and caring environment that ensures self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each person.
Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming hygiene, and dress code.
Ensures equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Physical Demands

Walking, standing, talking, and hearing. The employee must be able to hear children at all times, must be able to see the children with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately.
Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain long hours of active work for 8 hours or more.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Agility to move quickly and keep pace with young children.

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more.

Travel

Minimal travel required. Some travel may be required for trainings.

Other

Lead educators shall be at least 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and meet one of the following:

Have one of the program director qualifications in VA Department of Education licensing standard 8VAC20-780-190;
Have an endorsement or bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as, but not limited to, elementary education, nursing, or recreation, from a college or university;
Have three months of programmatic experience and at least one of the following education backgrounds:
A one year early childhood certificate from a college or university that consists of at least 30 semester hours;
A child development credential by an organization listed in § 22.1289.048 of the Code of Virginia; (https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.048/)
A teaching diploma from an internationally or nationally recognized Montessori organization; or
Have six months of supervised programmatic (center) experience.
Within six months before being promoted or beginning work or one month after being promoted or beginning work, a minimum of 12 hours of training shall be received related to the care of children, including but not limited to:

(1) Child development;

(2) Playground safety;

(3) Health and safety issues; and

(4) Preventing and reporting child abuse and neglect.

Email cover letter and resume to: careers@ywcatnva.org

Job Title: EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

Full and part time positions available

Responsible to: Director

Location: Little Cavaliers Early Learning Center, University of Virginia at Wise

Job Purpose: The Educational Assistant is responsible for assisting in the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being and the supervision of his/her assigned group of children.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director, the Educational Assistant performs all of the following:

Child Development and Supervision

Supervises and implements the childcare program in accordance with policies and the philosophy of the center.
Treats each child with dignity and respect.
Helps children become aware of their roles as integral members of a group.
Physically supervises all activities of children in their care; supervision standards and processes must be maintained at all times both inside and outside of the center.
Provides consistent care of children’s needs throughout the day, including but not limited to:
- Feeding
- Diapering
- Toilet Training
- Comforting
- Guidance
- Nap
- Play
- Learning
Maintains confidentiality in dealing with parents, children, and families.
Tailors the program to the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, abilities, special talents, and individual style and pace of learning.
Considers individual children in relation to their cultural and socioeconomic background.
Leads developmentally appropriate activities and lessons that include dramatic play, block/manipulative, gross/fine motor, arts/crafts, music/movement, language, math/science, indoor/outdoor activities, etc.
Communicates daily with parents regarding child’s day/activities.
Educational Assistant must be willing to actively participate in child development and care to include: play, picking up children, reading to children, helping with meal time, and all other duties.
Assists the Lead Educator in identifying behavioral problems and ensuring development plans are followed.
Responsible for performing Lead Educator responsibilities in their absence including, but not limited to: lesson planning, completing daily paperwork, documentation, parent communications, etc.

Classroom and Program Management

Assists the Lead Educator in carrying out all scheduled activities and lesson plans for the assigned group of children.
Collaborates with the Lead Educator in the arrangement, appearance, decor, and learning environment of the classroom.
Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of, and reporting any maintenance/repair for, the classroom.
Assumes an equal share of housekeeping responsibilities (indoor and outdoor).
Assists as necessary to ensure the classroom is adequately stocked with any necessary forms or supplies each day before the first child arrives.
Assists Lead Educator as necessary in maintaining accurate records or attendance, accidents, activity sheets, medications, etc.
Carries out standards of the Virginia Department of Education licensure rules; responsible to read, review, and understand all regulations.
Responsible for reporting in an appropriate and timely manner any noncompliance with UVA Wise policies and procedures, VDOE licensure rules, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Attends all required staff meetings.
Participates in recommended training programs, conferences, CPR and First Aid courses, and other aspects of professional development (Minimum hours required: 16 per year)
Represents the Educational Assistant position, YWCA, and UVA Wise in a hospitable manner to guests and in contact outside the center.
Maintains a positive, flexible, and cooperative relationship with all staff and volunteers of the agency.

General Requirements

Works in a safety-conscious manner, which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to the supervisor.
Complies with UVA Wise policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
Adheres to a drug-free workplace.
Interacts in a professional, compassionate manner with children, families, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers to provide a safe and caring environment that ensures self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each person.
Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming hygiene, and dress code.
Ensures equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Physical Demands

Walking, standing, talking, and hearing. The employee must be able to hear children at all times, must be able to see the children with a quick glance, and must be able to physically respond immediately.
Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain long hours of active work for 8 hours or more.
Ability to lift 40 pounds.
Agility to move quickly and keep pace with young children.

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more.

Travel

Minimal travel required. Some travel may be required for trainings.

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