After-School Program Leader | Youth Development

YMCA of Superior California; California; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Training and staff development

Access to YMCA facilities

Job summary

YMCA of Superior California is seeking a staff supervisor for youth activities in a center-based program. The role focuses on guiding several groups of children, maintaining a positive environment for kids, parents, and colleagues, and upholding developmental needs and inclusive practices.

The position requires 18+ years old, current first-aid and CPR certifications, TB testing, immunizations, and coursework in elementary education or related areas.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Current state approved first-aid certification.
• Current state approved CPR certification.
• TB test by the Manitou method.
• Immunization records including DTAP, MMR and TB.
• School-Age program coursework in education-related subjects (recreation, PE, education, music, art, psychology or social services).
• Experience working with children in the requested age range.
• One year of program planning experience preferred.
• Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements program in accordance with YMCA goals and policies.
• Coordinates activities that fit children’s developmental needs.
• Provides leadership for staff overseeing multiple groups of children.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure health, safety and positive experiences.
• Communicates with families and may conduct conferences.
• Provides day-to-day leadership to staff and volunteers.
• Adheres to YMCA policies and procedures, including safety and emergency protocols.
• May assist supervisor and fill-in during absences.
• Maintains orderly site appearance and learning environment.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Assists in recruitment of members for the Parent Advisory Group.
• Demonstrates YMCA core values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Child development

Program planning

Communication

Team leadership

Education

12 credits in elementary education or equivalent

Job description

YMCA of Superior California is seeking a staff supervisor for youth activities in a center-based program. The role focuses on guiding several groups of children, maintaining a positive environment for kids, parents, and colleagues, and upholding developmental needs and inclusive practices.

The position requires 18+ years old, current first-aid and CPR certifications, TB testing, immunizations, and coursework in elementary education or related areas.