Lead Teacher - Early Childhood-YWCA Richmond
Summary About Us
The Sprout School is a dynamic, inclusive early childhood center with five locations throughout the city of Richmond. We are committed to providing high-quality education to children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Our program is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, emphasizing child-led inquiry, collaborative learning, and the belief that children are capable, competent, and full of potential. Duties Position Overview
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Education Professional to join our team. In this role, you will:
- Lead a mixed-age classroom, fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment.
- Implement and adapt the Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum to meet the developmental needs and interests of each child.
- Document children's learning processes through observations and reflections.
- Collaborate with co-teachers, families, and the community to create a cohesive learning experience.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
- CDA or AA/BA in ECE; or a Non-ECE BA with 15 ECE credits and 1 year of experience. Or Bachelor's degree in any major.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of principles and techniques of Early Childhood Education.
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.
- 1+ years of experience working within an ECE setting.
- Training in and experience with Virginia’s Quality Initiatives, NAEYC, Reggio Emilia Inspired learning models, and Creative Curriculum.
- Multilingual and multicultural demographics.
YWCA Richmond
MISSION: YWCA Richmond is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
VISION: We will transform individual lives and our community by creating access to opportunities, strengthening resilience, and advancing equitable systems for lifelong success.
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