Keep safety of children as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, families, and other staff at all times.

Plans and implements age-appropriate curriculum that fosters children’s development. Provides differentiated instruction to meet the individual needs of children in the classroom. Conduct child assessments and provides feedback and recommendations to parents and caregivers.
Lead by personal example, help to interpret the quality of the YMCA character values of children, staff, and families. Are positive healthy role models.

Uses positive and constructive methods of behavior management and ensures that all staff do the same.