After School Program Staff

YMCA of Central New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Job summary

The YMCA of Central New Mexico is seeking an After School Program Staff to supervise a group of school-age children and deliver quality, age-appropriate activities grounded in YMCA values such as honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Openings are available across multiple Albuquerque locations; applicants should indicate preferences.

Requirements include being at least 18, a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR/First Aid/AED and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire.
• Experience with children and diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children.
• Plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensures safety procedures and program standards are followed.
• Greets and maintains positive relationships with parents and children.
• Performs general housekeeping and prepares learning centers.
• Participates in Annual Fundraising.
• Supports inclusive participation for all children.

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 $15.00 - USD $15.00 /Hr.