After-School Enrichment Teacher & Program Lead

Ymca Of Frederick County; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership

Discount on Y programs

MD Sick leave

Job summary

YMCA of Frederick County is seeking a BASE Teacher for the Frederick, MD site. The role involves caring for small groups of children before/after school and in summer, with program operation oversight when the Site Director is absent.

You will ensure safe, engaging programming aligned with MSDE guidelines, manage activities, and maintain communication with parents, staff, and the school community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 400 hours of school-age experience or 1 year caring for school-age children.
• 6 semester hours or 90 clock hours of approved training in Child Development and 45 hours in Curriculum.
• 9 clock hours of training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public, or equivalent.
• 3 clock hours of training in ADA compliance

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality programming compliant with MSDE guidelines.
• Take charge of the program in the absence of the Site Director.
• Maintain child safety by following YMCA Code of Conduct.
• Maintain a high safety standard and accident prevention.
• Promote activities across arts, humanities, health, wellness, STEM, and literacy.
• Lead specific activities as directed by supervisor.
• Build a warm, respectful relationship with children and provide a secure environment.
• Be at assigned site during all hours of operation and during summer.
• Communicate with parents about the child’s day and behavior issues.
• Assist site director with family events and with school/community coordination.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching

Organizational skills

Ethical behavior

Work ethic

Y-Voice values

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework for credit

Job description

YMCA of Frederick County is seeking a BASE Teacher for the Frederick, MD site. The role involves caring for small groups of children before/after school and in summer, with program operation oversight when the Site Director is absent.

You will ensure safe, engaging programming aligned with MSDE guidelines, manage activities, and maintain communication with parents, staff, and the school community.