After-School Program Assistant - WE Community Family Center ASP

YMCA of Northern Utah; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100% off childcare programming

Retirement contribution options

Professional development assistance

Job summary

YMCA of Northern Utah is seeking an After-School Program Assistant in Ogden to plan, lead, and deliver engaging youth activities after school. You will work under the Site Coordinator, supervise groups, and help create a safe, welcoming environment that supports academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being.

This part-time role offers benefits including childcare programming discounts, retirement options, and professional development assistance, with a focus on healthy youth development

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age and high school graduate or equivalent.
• Requires 6 months experience with behavior management of youth in larger groups.
• CPR/First Aid and AED, infant/child certification, Food Handlers Permit must be current.
• Ability to pass background checks and fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of participants by following childcare licensing guidelines.
• Promote belonging, relationships, and achievement in after-school programs.
• Develop and deliver engaging lessons to youth in the after-school setting.
• Supervise youth and maintain a safe, disciplined environment.

Skills

Behavior management

Youth engagement

Lesson planning

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Under the guidance of the Site Coordinator, the After-School Program Assistant is responsible for planning, leading, and executing a wide variety of quality programs and activities for youth in the afterschool setting that are aimed at raising their academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being. Along with other program leaders, this group of employees performs and interacts with the youth in every aspect of their afterschool experience.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of participants within the after-school child program by following all childcare licensing guidelines.
• Promote the after-school cultures of belonging, relationship, and achievement.
• Develop and deliver fun, engaging lessons to youth within the after-school childcare program setting.
• Work under the direction of the Site Coordinator.
• Work as an in-ratio staff at assigned site(s) and/or different programs in our county.
• Maintain a stable, safe and well-disciplined childcare environment with set expectations for both youth and staff.
• Provide direct supervision of all youth and ensure a child is never left alone.
• Prepare lesson plans using approved curriculum and support overall program design.
• Communicate with Site Coordinator regarding all successes and challenges, on a continuous basis.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

Qualifications

• 16 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 6 months experience with behavior management of youth in larger groups.
• Current Department of Childcare Licensing approved CPR/First Aid and AED (must include infant/child certification); Food Handlers Permit; Child Abuse Prevention Training (earned within 30 days of employment).
• Ability to pass Department of Childcare Licensing fingerprinting and background check within 10 days of employment.
• Experience with diverse populations.
• Ability to speak another language in addition to English is preferred but not required.

Benefits

Staff working 15 hours+ per week

• 100% off Childcare programming*

• Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options

• Professional Development Assistance

Staff working less than 15 hours per week:

• 50% off Childcare programming*

• Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options

• Professional Development Assistance

*Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.We are welcoming:we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine:we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful:we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing:we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined:above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

USD $13.00 - USD $16.25 /Hr.