After School Program Staff

Ymca-of-Central-N; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Job summary

YMCA of Central New Mexico is seeking an After School Program Staff member in Albuquerque. You will supervise a group of children, plan activities rooted in YMCA values, and ensure safety and program quality across locations.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or equivalent, and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications within 30 days of hire. Experience with school-age children and diverse populations is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; one year of college preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire.
• Experience working with children, preferably in a school-age setting.
• Experience with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children.
• Plans and implements activities aligned with YMCA core values.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensures safety procedures and program ratios are met.
• Greets and maintains positive relationships with parents and staff.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and prepares materials.

Skills

Child care experience

Diversity awareness

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year college preferred

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Child Abuse Prevention Training

Job description

Overview

The After School Program Staff provides direct supervision of a group of children in a School Age setting. This role provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

We have openings across several locations, including MAS Old Coors, Tomasita, Sunset View, HB Horn, Matheson Park, and MAS Yale. Applicants are encouraged to indicate their preferred location(s); however, placement will be based on qualifications, availability, and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA core values.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensures YMCA program standards and ratios are met and safety procedures are followed, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Greets and maintain a positive relationship with parents, children and staff on a daily basis.
• Responsible for general housekeeping duties. Checklist for cleaning is located at each location.
• Assists in the planning and preparation of a creative learning Establishing centers of interest, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Participates in Annual Fundraising.
• To be inclusive to all children's ability to participate in group activities.
• Adheres to YMCA's policies and procedures involving dress code, punctuality and use of electronics.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a School Age setting.
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc...
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching and lifting.

This organization has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement.

Benefits

• Employee discount

Posted Salary Range

USD $13.50 - USD $13.50 /Hr.