After School Lead Teacher

This position will be located at the Two Rivers Activity Center (TRAC) in the On TRAC Learning Center. TRAC is a state-of-the-art recreation center designed to support health and wellness for all ages. Our cause is to make our community the best place to live and play by providing resources, programs and opportunities that promote health and well-being.

Under the general supervision of the TRAC Learning Center Supervisor, The On TRAC Learning Center Team is responsible for the academic, cognitive, social - emotional and physical development of each individual child. Our team will develop positive partnerships with families to engage and encourage participation in our program and to continue the positive growth in our community. Team members are responsible for assuring compliance with all state and local governing agencies as well as uphold TRAC policies. It is required to work professionally and ethically with children, families, guests and TRAC team members at all times.

Education: • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Preferred degree/course work in early childhood education, elementary education, child development or similar field. • Successful completion of an approved basic child care course within the first 3 months of employment. • CPR and First Aid Certification (will provide course). Experience: • Early Childhood Development knowledge and experience. • Good communication, problem solving, and priority setting skills as well as maintaining an overall positive and professional attitude / disposition. • Ability to make decisions on behalf of children and protect their well-being. • Ability to effectively carry out plans, organize and implement educational activities. • Must be able to manage confidential information. • All employees, regardless of position, serve as role models for children and adolescents at TRAC. Therefore, each employee must at all times be emotionally stable and able to function effectively with children, adolescents and adults. The staff must be able to demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, as well as appropriate role modeling. Hostility, aggression and unnecessary or inappropriate physical actions as well as inappropriate emotional expression are not acceptable.