YWCA of Lubbock

Job Description

Preschool After-School Teacher (Part-Time)

Job Summary

The Preschool After-School Teacher provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for preschool-aged children enrolled in the YWCA after-school program. This position is responsible for supervising children, facilitating age-appropriate activities, supporting social-emotional development, and ensuring compliance with Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards and YWCA policies and procedures. The After-School Teacher promotes positive relationships with children, families, and staff while maintaining a structured and enriching learning environment.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, YWCA policies, and program procedures.
• Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of children at all times, both indoors and outdoors.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
• Create a welcoming, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that fosters learning and positive behavior.
• Treat all children with dignity, respect, patience, and consistency.
• Utilize positive child guidance and behavior management techniques in accordance with YWCA policies.
• Maintain appropriate child-to-staff ratios and ensure active supervision at all times.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school personnel, and YWCA staff.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents regarding children's participation, behavior, and daily activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including attendance, incident reports, behavior documentation, and other required program records.
• Assist with snack service and ensure proper health and sanitation practices are followed.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials, learning centers, and activity areas.
• Inspect classrooms and playground areas daily to ensure a safe environment.
• Assist with facility setup, cleaning, organization, and end-of-day responsibilities.
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by state law and agency policy.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Arrive on time and prepared to work scheduled hours.
• Support program evaluation efforts and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers and contribute positively to team goals and program success.

• Serve as a mandated reporter and comply with all applicable laws and organizational policies regarding child protection. Report any suspected child abuse or neglect immediately, but no later than within 24 hours, to the appropriate authorities and in accordance with organizational procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Support and uphold the mission, vision, and values of the YWCA.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience working with preschool-age children preferred.
• Must meet all YWCA employment requirements and Child Care Licensing requirements.
• Ability to relate effectively and professionally to children, families, coworkers, and community partners.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment.
• Present a professional appearance and positive attitude at all times.
• Ability to work the established schedule of Monday-Friday, 2:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
• Ability to attend occasional trainings, meetings, or special events outside of regular work hours.
• Successfully pass all required criminal background and FBI fingerprint checks.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative, though not comprehensive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, stoop, climb stairs, and move throughout the facility and playground.
• Ability to engage in active supervision and participate in indoor and outdoor activities with children.
• Regularly lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to interact with children at their eye level, including sitting on the floor and participating in floor activities.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and maintain awareness of multiple children and activities simultaneously.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively through speaking, hearing, and visual observation.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative, though not comprehensive, of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in classrooms, playgrounds, and other areas where children are present.
• Noise levels may vary from moderate to loud.
• Work pace ranges from routine to fast-paced depending on children's needs and program activities.
• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions during playground and activity times.
• Frequent interaction with children, families, staff, and visitors.

Department: Preschool

Position Title: Preschool After-School Teacher
Employment Status: Part-Time (PT)
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Reports To: Preschool Coordinator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt