Youth teacher job description
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Example youth teacher requirements on a job description
Youth teacher requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in youth teacher job postings.
Sample youth teacher requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Youth Development or related field.
- Minimum of two years of classroom teaching experience.
- Proficient in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Knowledge of classroom management techniques.
- State teaching certification.
Sample required youth teacher soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Patience and empathy to work with youth.
- Creative problem solving skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments.
Youth teacher job description example 1
The Salvation Army youth teacher job description
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary
Henley Youth Center Teacher assists in the planning, coordination and implementation of assigned recreation activities and program supervision, working directly with clients and other staff on a full-time basis. They may also assume program specific leadership positions as assigned by the Director of Youth Programs.
Essential Functions
General Responsibilities:
Vocational engagement as an employee of The Salvation Army is a position of sacred trust - representing, nurturing, protecting, and advancing the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army; and serving the needs of people in our community with dignity and respect. Conduct on and off the job must sustain a positive impact on The Salvation Army's religious goals, programs and public image.
Specific Duties:
+ Be on duty as assigned, maintaining focus on the children at all times.
+ Practice "Active Visual Supervision" when on duty.
+ Ensure that each child is released only to persons who are "authorized escorts".
+ Maintain a healthy & safe environment at all times both inside & outside.
+ For break or lunch, ensure a qualified teacher is in place before leaving the classroom or playground to maintain legal ratio.
+ Work cooperatively with other staff to build a strong working team.
+ Be available to parents as needed & reasonable.
+ Maintain confidentiality of family, staff & proprietary information.
+ Communicate all supply & educational needs to the Director in a timely manner.
+ Maintain a clean, organized, creative, inviting, age-appropriate classroom environment including centers in multiple educational subjects.
+ Pleasantly greet children & families upon daily arrival or departure, while maintaining active supervision of children.
+ Develop & maintain warm, yet professionally appropriate, relationships with client/student families.
+ Continue professional growth through staff in-service, college courses, conferences, & other developmental opportunities; including completing three (3) ECE units or attending 2 all-day workshops every 2 years. Must provide certificate of completion.
+ Administer appropriate First Aid as needed, using universal & standard precautions.
+ Attend mandatory staff meetings & school special events.
+ Follow guidelines set in Staff Procedures Handbook, & policies of CA Title 22, & The Salvation Army Policy for Working with Minors.
+ Employees may also be requested to perform other reasonable business-related duties by their supervisors or corps officer.
Working Conditions
Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Must be able to grasp, push and pull objects such as general office and small recreational equipment. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
+ High School diploma or equivalent required, BA/BS in related field preferred.
+ Minimum 12 ECE units preferred or comparable college units.
+ Must complete/sign a Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508), with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
+ CPR/First Aid/Health and Safety Training qualified.
+ Obtain a California Class B Drivers License (preferred).
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
+ Driving Test and clean MVR check (if applicable).
+ Bilingual/Bi-literate English/Spanish or Korean preferred.
+ Must have ability to work with, direct, and relate well with co-workers, community members, and guests/clients.
+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
+ Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment.
+ Must possess good relationship skills.
+ Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends and evenings.
Qualifications
Skills
Required
+ CPR/AED: Advanced
Education
Required
+ High School or Equivalent or better
Preferred
+ Bachelors or better in Education
Licenses & Certifications
Required
+ Motor Vehicle Check
+ Driver's License
Experience
Preferred
+ Minimum 12 ECE units preferred or comparable college units.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary
Henley Youth Center Teacher assists in the planning, coordination and implementation of assigned recreation activities and program supervision, working directly with clients and other staff on a full-time basis. They may also assume program specific leadership positions as assigned by the Director of Youth Programs.
Essential Functions
General Responsibilities:
Vocational engagement as an employee of The Salvation Army is a position of sacred trust - representing, nurturing, protecting, and advancing the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army; and serving the needs of people in our community with dignity and respect. Conduct on and off the job must sustain a positive impact on The Salvation Army's religious goals, programs and public image.
Specific Duties:
+ Be on duty as assigned, maintaining focus on the children at all times.
+ Practice "Active Visual Supervision" when on duty.
+ Ensure that each child is released only to persons who are "authorized escorts".
+ Maintain a healthy & safe environment at all times both inside & outside.
+ For break or lunch, ensure a qualified teacher is in place before leaving the classroom or playground to maintain legal ratio.
+ Work cooperatively with other staff to build a strong working team.
+ Be available to parents as needed & reasonable.
+ Maintain confidentiality of family, staff & proprietary information.
+ Communicate all supply & educational needs to the Director in a timely manner.
+ Maintain a clean, organized, creative, inviting, age-appropriate classroom environment including centers in multiple educational subjects.
+ Pleasantly greet children & families upon daily arrival or departure, while maintaining active supervision of children.
+ Develop & maintain warm, yet professionally appropriate, relationships with client/student families.
+ Continue professional growth through staff in-service, college courses, conferences, & other developmental opportunities; including completing three (3) ECE units or attending 2 all-day workshops every 2 years. Must provide certificate of completion.
+ Administer appropriate First Aid as needed, using universal & standard precautions.
+ Attend mandatory staff meetings & school special events.
+ Follow guidelines set in Staff Procedures Handbook, & policies of CA Title 22, & The Salvation Army Policy for Working with Minors.
+ Employees may also be requested to perform other reasonable business-related duties by their supervisors or corps officer.
Working Conditions
Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Must be able to grasp, push and pull objects such as general office and small recreational equipment. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
+ High School diploma or equivalent required, BA/BS in related field preferred.
+ Minimum 12 ECE units preferred or comparable college units.
+ Must complete/sign a Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508), with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
+ CPR/First Aid/Health and Safety Training qualified.
+ Obtain a California Class B Drivers License (preferred).
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
+ Driving Test and clean MVR check (if applicable).
+ Bilingual/Bi-literate English/Spanish or Korean preferred.
+ Must have ability to work with, direct, and relate well with co-workers, community members, and guests/clients.
+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
+ Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment.
+ Must possess good relationship skills.
+ Ability to work flexible hours including some weekends and evenings.
Qualifications
Skills
Required
+ CPR/AED: Advanced
Education
Required
+ High School or Equivalent or better
Preferred
+ Bachelors or better in Education
Licenses & Certifications
Required
+ Motor Vehicle Check
+ Driver's License
Experience
Preferred
+ Minimum 12 ECE units preferred or comparable college units.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Youth teacher job description example 2
Memorial Healthcare System youth teacher job description
Develops and leads classroom activities and developmentally appropriate programs.
Detailed responsibilities:
* Applies knowledge of learning principles to develop age appropriate classroom programs and content.
* Works collaboratively with management and other teacher to assess learning/performance needs and to develop age appropriate learning solutions.
* Develops teaching schedule and selects or develops curriculum aids as appropriate. Updates curricula with new materials and content as appropriate.
* Monitors progress utilizing assigned resources. Conducts evaluations and analyzes results.
* Supervises children and youth to ensure safety.
Competencies and skills:
Essential:
* STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR: Acts in a manner that supports the standards of communication, respect, privacy, and teamwork by demonstrating a commitment to professional and ethical conduct.
* CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by promptly addressing internal/external customer issues/requests, resolving concerns while maintaining a professional image and behavior to build and enhance the patient/family/customer experience.
* ACCOUNTABILITY: Accepts ownership of job roles and specific assignments/goals; works independently, takes responsibility for own actions; admits mistakes and judgment errors; and accepts constructive feedback. Connects personal work results to the accomplishment of team and organizational goals.
* RESPONDING TO CHANGE: Accepts change and adapts in a positive and productive manner; handles unexpected situations and changes in direction calmly and with confidence. Views new assignments and job responsibilities as an opportunity for growth.
* DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPS: Builds positive and productive business relationships with individuals and groups.
* EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION: Communicates effectively with various audiences using the most appropriate method for the situation.
* PROFESSIONAL CREDIBILITY: Maintains a credible and professional image by modeling organizational values and exhibiting knowledge and skills required to contribute to team/department/organizational goals.
Education:
Essential:
* Bachelors
Credentials:
Essential:
* Florida Teaching Certificate
Education equivalent experience:
Essential:
*
Other information:
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must be able to work flexible hours.
Required Work Experience: 2 years experience working with children and youth.
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Bending and Stooping 60.00%
* Climbing 40.00%
* Keyboard Entry 60.00%
* Kneeling 40.00%
* Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 20.00%
* Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
* Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 40.00%
* Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
* Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 40.00%
* Pushing or Pulling 75 lbs Non-Patient 20.00%
* Reaching 60.00%
* Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg 20.00%
* Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm 60.00%
* Running 60.00%
* Sitting 60.00%
* Squatting 40.00%
* Standing 60.00%
* Walking 60.00%
* Audible Speech 60.00%
* Hearing Acuity 60.00%
* Smelling Acuity 20.00%
* Depth Perception 60.00%
* Distinguish Color 60.00%
* Seeing - Far 60.00%
* Seeing - Near 60.00%
* Bio hazardous Waste 40.00%
* Biological Hazards - Respiratory 40.00%
* Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 40.00%
* Blood and/or Bodily Fluids 40.00%
* Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens 40.00%
* Asbestos 20.00%
* Dust 40.00%
* Gas/Vapors/Fumes 40.00%
* Hazardous Chemicals 40.00%
* Hazardous Medication 40.00%
* Latex 40.00%
* Computer Monitor 60.00%
* Domestic Animals 40.00%
* Fire Risk 20.00%
* Moving Mechanical Parts 40.00%
* Potential for Physical Assault 40.00%
* Wet or Slippery Surfaces 40.00%
Organizational Profile:
Memorial Primary Care (formerly known as South Broward Community Health Services) centers are an integral part of Memorial Healthcare System, dedicated to providing high-quality, cost-effective, patient-centered primary care. We have multiplw locations throughout south Broward County, and our highly skilled team of healthcare professionals works to meet each patient's healthcare needs in a friendly and culturally sensitive environment.
Located in Hollywood, West Hollywood and Dania Beach, the centers offer a variety of vital programs which include disease management and pediatric services, as well as Mobile Health Centers for both children and adults.
In addition, we have Memorial Outpatient Center in Hallandale offering high-quality medical and health-related services such as mammography, bone density testing, EKGs, CT scans, Ultrasound, nuclear medicine, an adult day care center and a senior resource center.
**_Disclaimer:_** _This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification._
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
Detailed responsibilities:
* Applies knowledge of learning principles to develop age appropriate classroom programs and content.
* Works collaboratively with management and other teacher to assess learning/performance needs and to develop age appropriate learning solutions.
* Develops teaching schedule and selects or develops curriculum aids as appropriate. Updates curricula with new materials and content as appropriate.
* Monitors progress utilizing assigned resources. Conducts evaluations and analyzes results.
* Supervises children and youth to ensure safety.
Competencies and skills:
Essential:
* STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR: Acts in a manner that supports the standards of communication, respect, privacy, and teamwork by demonstrating a commitment to professional and ethical conduct.
* CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by promptly addressing internal/external customer issues/requests, resolving concerns while maintaining a professional image and behavior to build and enhance the patient/family/customer experience.
* ACCOUNTABILITY: Accepts ownership of job roles and specific assignments/goals; works independently, takes responsibility for own actions; admits mistakes and judgment errors; and accepts constructive feedback. Connects personal work results to the accomplishment of team and organizational goals.
* RESPONDING TO CHANGE: Accepts change and adapts in a positive and productive manner; handles unexpected situations and changes in direction calmly and with confidence. Views new assignments and job responsibilities as an opportunity for growth.
* DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPS: Builds positive and productive business relationships with individuals and groups.
* EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION: Communicates effectively with various audiences using the most appropriate method for the situation.
* PROFESSIONAL CREDIBILITY: Maintains a credible and professional image by modeling organizational values and exhibiting knowledge and skills required to contribute to team/department/organizational goals.
Education:
Essential:
* Bachelors
Credentials:
Essential:
* Florida Teaching Certificate
Education equivalent experience:
Essential:
*
Other information:
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must be able to work flexible hours.
Required Work Experience: 2 years experience working with children and youth.
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Bending and Stooping 60.00%
* Climbing 40.00%
* Keyboard Entry 60.00%
* Kneeling 40.00%
* Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 20.00%
* Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
* Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 40.00%
* Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
* Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 40.00%
* Pushing or Pulling 75 lbs Non-Patient 20.00%
* Reaching 60.00%
* Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg 20.00%
* Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm 60.00%
* Running 60.00%
* Sitting 60.00%
* Squatting 40.00%
* Standing 60.00%
* Walking 60.00%
* Audible Speech 60.00%
* Hearing Acuity 60.00%
* Smelling Acuity 20.00%
* Depth Perception 60.00%
* Distinguish Color 60.00%
* Seeing - Far 60.00%
* Seeing - Near 60.00%
* Bio hazardous Waste 40.00%
* Biological Hazards - Respiratory 40.00%
* Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 40.00%
* Blood and/or Bodily Fluids 40.00%
* Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens 40.00%
* Asbestos 20.00%
* Dust 40.00%
* Gas/Vapors/Fumes 40.00%
* Hazardous Chemicals 40.00%
* Hazardous Medication 40.00%
* Latex 40.00%
* Computer Monitor 60.00%
* Domestic Animals 40.00%
* Fire Risk 20.00%
* Moving Mechanical Parts 40.00%
* Potential for Physical Assault 40.00%
* Wet or Slippery Surfaces 40.00%
Organizational Profile:
Memorial Primary Care (formerly known as South Broward Community Health Services) centers are an integral part of Memorial Healthcare System, dedicated to providing high-quality, cost-effective, patient-centered primary care. We have multiplw locations throughout south Broward County, and our highly skilled team of healthcare professionals works to meet each patient's healthcare needs in a friendly and culturally sensitive environment.
Located in Hollywood, West Hollywood and Dania Beach, the centers offer a variety of vital programs which include disease management and pediatric services, as well as Mobile Health Centers for both children and adults.
In addition, we have Memorial Outpatient Center in Hallandale offering high-quality medical and health-related services such as mammography, bone density testing, EKGs, CT scans, Ultrasound, nuclear medicine, an adult day care center and a senior resource center.
**_Disclaimer:_** _This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification._
Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024