'26-'27 Charlottesville ELC Pre-K Lead After School Counselor

Piedmont YMCA; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont YMCA in Charlottesville, VA seeks a part-time Lead Counselor to provide a safe, quality experience for pre-k children at the Charlottesville Early Learning Center. Under the Site Supervisor, you will lead daily enrichment activities and participate in health and wellness activities.

Must be 18+, with six months in a supervised child program, ability to plan developmental activities, and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by the Department of Social Services Division of Licensing.
• At least 18 years of age.
• At least six months experience working in a supervised child program or setting; one year preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Background check and negative TB result required before starting.

Responsibilities

• Work 2:30pm–5:30pm, Monday–Friday.
• Prepare and implement daily enrichment activities.
• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
• Supervise children, classroom, and activities.
• Maintain site and equipment; manage relationships with families.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Location: Charlottesville Early Learning Center - Charlottesville, VA 22903

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $18.50 Hourly

Position Summary

The YMCA is looking for a Cause-Driven leader who will be able to provide a safe and quality experience for children while supporting the Y’s focus: Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. With support from the Site Supervisor, the Lead Counselor will be responsible for providing direction to a group of pre-k children at the Charlottesville Early Learning Center. This position will lead a group in daily enrichment lessons and participate with the group during health & wellness activities, along with day-to-day site operations.

Essential Functions

• Work between 2:30pm-5:30pm, Monday-Friday.
• Prepare and implement daily enrichment activities.
• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
• Supervise the children, classroom, and all activities.
• Maintain program site and equipment.
• Create a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Provide ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress; connect families to the Y.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of licensing standards set forth by the Commonwealth of Virginia and maintain compliance at all times.
• Attend and participate in all program activities and team meetings.
• Adhere to the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Actively seek to continuously update skills by attending outside workshops whenever possible, becoming active in professional organizations, and constantly seeking new ideas and materials.

Leadership Competencies

• Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community, Volunteerism, Philanthropy, Change Leadership
• Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion
• Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Fiscal Management, Functional Expertise, Innovation, Program/Project Management
• Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional Maturity

Qualifications

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by the Department of Social Services Division of Licensing.
• At least 18 years of age.
• At least six months experience working in a supervised child program or setting required; at least one year experience working with children in a developmental setting is preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations; ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Participation in required in-service training (24 hours) annually.
• Completion of all required trainings prior to start date.
• First Aid & CPR and MAT certifications within the first 30 days.
• Must pass background check and receive negative TB result before beginning work.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to plan, lead, and implement indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.