Child Care Group Leader – Early Childhood Center- Dubuque YMCA

Job Overview

Child Care Group Leader - Early Childhood Center- Dubuque YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening
community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direction for the
children in the classroom, and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and
parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within
families.

OUR CULTURE: 
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of
strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all.
We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your
individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are
nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else,
we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

QUALIFICATIONS:
● Must be at least 18 years of age, have some direct childcare experience and basic knowledge of children
and child development
● Must receive a negative Criminal Records Check Report
● Must provide a physical report with a negative TB test

● Must either be certified or can be certified in CPR/First Aid, Universal Precautions and Bloodborne
Pathogens. Training in Mandatory Child Abuse provided.
● Demonstrates dependability and a positive attitude
● Respects the confidentiality of childcare matters
● Demonstrates good communication skills with children, parents and other staff
● Completes required DHS licensing continuing education annually
● Must work well with others and be willing to accept responsibilities and directions from supervisor
● Projects a positive attitude about the Y childcare programs, as the site of choice, for the community
● Promotes the Y mission and core values in their behavior and in the development of children’s programs
● Participates and assists with other Y programs. Becomes involved in Y volunteer opportunities