Are you passionate about helping others? Do you want to unleash your purpose and potential?

Come join our dynamic social service enterprise as we help over 200,000 individuals across the Chicagoland area.

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago is the oldest and largest women’s organization in the region, with a mission to eliminate racism and empower women. To learn more about the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago, please visit our website at https://ywcachicago.org.

Support in offering high-quality early education and child development including children with disabilities that promote children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth for later success in school. Additional support with teachers in planning, organizing, and implementation of education best practices and services for children in the Head Start Program.

COLLABORATES WITH: Early Childhood Team, Head Start Team, Early Head Start Team, YWCA Quality Team, Center Director, Center Staff, Child Care Resource and Referral Training Team

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Works with classroom teacher in support of providing age appropriate activities for children that are aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcome Framework (HSELOF).
• Conduct regular teacher observations utilizing a research-based coaching model to implement best teaching practices in the classroom.
• Integrate a plan for ongoing professional development for teachers that supports Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) and HSELOF.
• Offers Technical Assistance for the COPA Database, Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG), as well as other education related programs.
• Working knowledge of developmental screening tools ASQ and ASQ/SE.
• Coordinates Training and Technical Assistance efforts with the Child Care Resource and Referrals Quality Team.
• Supports and models nurturing and responsive practices, interactions, and environments that foster trust and emotional security.
• Assists with the direct planning of organized activities, schedules, and lesson plans including DAP in language, literacy, social and emotional development, math, science, social studies, creative arts, and physical development using Creative Curriculum.
• Assist in the development of dual language acquisition.
• Assist in teacher-directed and child-initiated activities, active and quiet learning activities, large and small group activities.
• Coach best practices with structured assessments to evaluate each child’s progress using Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG).
• Works closely with disabilities/mental health specialist to ensure inclusive services are provided to meet the needs of all children.
• Works with partner child care providers and staff to establish plans and procedures to ensure the safety and security of children.
• Utilizes daily active supervision to ensure each site/program is compliant with all relevant licensing and Head Start Requirements.
• Maintains a strong understanding of Head Start Program Performance Standards, Head Start Curriculum and ExceleRate Illinois.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND MEETINGS:

• Participate in the Annual Self-Assessment and Community Assessment.
• Assist with two home visits and two parent teacher conferences per year with each parent.
• Through the use of data, provide mentorship, guidance, and coaching sessions to colleagues and teachers.
• Provide support, training, and technical assistance to staff regarding the planning and implementation of culturally-responsive, developmentally appropriate curriculum and experiences.
• Create a Personal Professional Development Plan.
• A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of professional training related to Early Childhood and/or to the responsibilities of the position is required annually.
• Participate in center meetings.
• Assist in Policy Council meetings.
• Participate in YWCA Meetings as indicated by direct report.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Strong communication and training skills required.  Must be willing to work in child care classrooms in communities with a diverse population.

Professional Training Required: A minimum of fifteen (15) hours of professional training related to Early Childhood and/or to the responsibilities of the position is required annually.

EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bilingual Spanish Language an Asset, Meet Department of Children and Family Services Requirements for Licensure, Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited institution.

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, occasional Saturdays. Schedule can vary depending on the needs of the agency.

Pay Range: $48,000-$50,000

BENEFITS OVERVIEW:

• Generous amount of PTO & Sick Leave,12 Observed holidays, & Floating Holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance, & 401(k)
• Flexible Benefits - employee, dependent, commuter & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7)
• YWCA Retirement Fund (after completion of 2 years of service)
• Pet Insurance
• 37.5 hour work week

MANDATORY VACCINATION POLICY DISCLOSURE: YWCA Metropolitan Chicago requires all staff to be “fully vaccinated” against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. An individual is considered “fully vaccinated” two weeks after receipt of the second dose of a two-dose vaccine (e.g., Pfizer, Moderna) or two weeks after receipt of a one-dose vaccine (e.g., Johnson & Johnson). Candidates who are offered a position must provide proof of full vaccination prior to their start date. Individuals in need of an exemption from this policy due to a medical reason or because of a sincerely held religious belief, or as otherwise required by law, must submit a completed Request for Accommodation form to HR.

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. YWCA Metropolitan Chicago will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

***This job description is not intended to represent a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. There may be unplanned activities and other