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Certified Teacher - Summer l Northern Des Moines

@ YMCA of Greater Des Moines
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Des Moines, Iowa, United States
$29-$35/hrOnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:Plan curriculum, Deliver instruction, Collaborate peers
Requirements Summary:Teaching license in Iowa; elementary/middle school experience; ability to plan and deliver literacy curriculum; proficient with basic computer tools.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Curriculum software, Online training, Time clock
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Description

Make a Difference in a Child's Life! 

There's nothing like summer at the Y!  We're here to make kids feel welcome, try new things and make new friends.  We help kids grow and show them all they can accomplish when they believe in themselves. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for planning, leading and delivering the daily literacy curriculum for the program.  This position ensures a fun and motivational learning environment and creates learning pathways to address students’ needs.

 

JOB LOCATION: King Elementary and Findley Elementary 
SEASONAL PROGRAM DATES: June 8 - July 24, 2026
SHIFTS AVAILABLE: Monday-Thursday 7:30a-12:00p
PAY RANGE: $28.00-$32.00/hour
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: May 29, 2026- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  1. Plan, prepare, implement and deliver instructional activities that contribute to an environment where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
  2. Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
  3. Positively interact with and maintain harmonious working relationships with students and guardians.
  4. Provide constructive and detailed feedback to help students achieve academic success.
  5. Ensure the daily plan, supplies & materials, and schedule are in place at the beginning of each day.
  6. Maintain records and follow record keeping procedures.
  7. Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
  8. Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
  9. Recognized accomplishments and gains in student performance.
  10. Follow all YMCA of Greater Des Moines’ policies, procedures, operating standards, and emergency procedures.
  11. Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others.
  12. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
  13. Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical functions.
  2. Current Iowa Teaching License
  3. Two years successful elementary and/or middle school classroom teaching experience
  4. Demonstrated record of exceptional teaching skils
  5. Perform basic computer skills such as, curriculum software, computerized time clock, and online training requirements
  6. Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certification OR equivalent is required if working in another role.
  7. Intro to Y’s Cause & Culture Online Course - prior to starting if hired.
  8. Additional training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards.

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

  • Regularly required to sit, stand and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. 
  • Frequently required to  lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, bend/stoop, climb/use stairs and reach/push/pull. 
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  This position usually works in a classroom environment, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take them to non-standard workplaces.  For the Summer Program, this position usually works mornings (8a-12p), Monday - Thursday, for 7-8 weeks training and programming.

Summary

Help positively impact children in our community and SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO IMPACT YOUR OWN LIFE - experience, knowledge, satisfaction and joy are just some of the ways you'll grown, learn and thrive this summer. 

 

Apply and begin your life changing Y journey TODAY!