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Resource Specialist

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Washington, DC, USA
Full-time

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking an experienced and eager Resource Specialist for the Children’s House at HUD. The Resource Specialist is responsible for directing and shaping the curriculum and teaching processes within our centers. If you are comfortable working directly with teachers, and also want to see what you have implemented played out in the classroom, this position may be for you.

Skills/Experience: 
  • Preferred candidate will have a NAEYC background, as well as experience with Federal childcare. Though not required, having Federal clearance is a plus, as the candidate must go through the clearance process for this position.
  • Must be certified in CPR and First aid, with documentation of physical examination and TB test.
  • Must clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting.
  • Our desired candidate will have at least two years’ experience with lesson planning and teaching strategies.
  • Must have a love for children and know how to implement a curriculum, as this individual will be visiting classrooms at least 50% of the time, and working with teachers in 1-on-1 sessions. Will research and design educational materials and techniques, as well as provide training in use of these methods.
  • Will be responsible for mentoring and shadowing new teachers, facilitating workshops and seminars for teachers, and provide feedback based upon observations.
  • This candidate must be willing to substitute in classrooms when needed, assist with field trips, and support the goals of the YMCA and branch.
Compensation/Benefits: 

We offer an exciting, fun, inclusive, growth oriented work environment that includes strong health benefits options, long term and short term disability, 10% employer paid retirement, childcare discount, complimentary Y membership, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Salary: $37,000.00

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 29 2018
Active Until: 
Sep 30 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit