Afterschool Group Leader

YMCA of West Central Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of West Central Florida in Lakeland, FL is seeking a part-time Afterschool Group Leader to supervise a small group of children and deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with the YMCA values.

This role emphasizes healthy snacks, safety, teamwork, and engagement; requires CPR/First Aid within 30 days, and completion of YMCA training within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years.
• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children.
• Experience preferred in arts, sports, aquatics, and recreational games.
• CPR, First Aid, & AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.
• Complete YMCA USA New Employee Orientation e-learning course.
• Complete YMCA Policy and Procedures for New Employees within 60 days of employment.
• Begin state-mandated child care classes within 90 days of employment and complete within one year.
• Diverse populations experience preferred; ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally-appropriate program activities.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct supervision of an assigned group of children.
• Plans and leads age-appropriate activities consistent with YMCA Afterschool Programming.
• Ensures children receive a nutritious daily snack.
• Assists in planned activities including special instruction, sports or events.
• Performs ongoing observations and evaluations of each child.
• Adheres to program standards, safety and cleanliness.
• Attends required staff meetings and at least 10 hours of in-service per year after year one.
• Follows YMCA policies including medical, disciplinary procedures and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and staff; models Listen First.
• Supports HEPA standards and healthy lifestyle messages for families.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with children

Plan and lead activities

Diverse populations experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of college preferred

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications

YMCA Orientation & Policy training

Job description

# Afterschool Group LeaderLakeland, FL 33813; Lakeland, FL 33803## OverviewSalary Range$14.00 - $15.00 HourlyPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftAnyEducation LevelNot SpecifiedCategoryNonprofit - Social Services## Description**POSITION SUMMARY:**Provides direct supervision of an assigned group of children and is responsible for providing a quality experience for children through planning and leading age appropriate activities consistent with the YMCA Afterschool Programming, incorporating The Y’s Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Standards for Early Childhood and Afterschool Programs. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**1. Implements planned program curriculum within established guidelines that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, engaging and consistent with the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.2. Incorporates fully the activity components of the YMCA Afterschool Program.3. Ensures that all children are provided a nutritious daily snack.4. Assists in all planned activities including special instruction, sports, or other special events.5. Makes on-going, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.6. Adheres to program standards including set-up, safety and cleanliness standards.7. Attends and participate in all required staff meetings and staff development opportunities at a minimum of 10 hours of in-service per year after the first year of service.8. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.9. Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills including Listen First in all interactions.10. Supports The Y’s Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Standards (HEPA), encouraging children, adults and families to adopt a healthy lifestyle and role-models the standards.11. Perform other related duties as assigned.## Qualifications**QUALIFICATIONS:**1. Minimum age requirement – 16 years of age.2. High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.3. Previous experience working with children.4. Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: the arts including visual and performing, sports, aquatics, and recreational games.5. CPR, First Aid, & AED certifications required within 30 days of employment.6. Complete YMCA of the USA New Employee Orientation e-learning course.7. Complete YMCA Policy and Procedures for New Employees within 60 days of employment.8. Begin state-mandated child care classes within 90 days of employment and complete within one year.9. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred; the ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally-appropriate program activities.**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**This position will require sudden movements, standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, running and lifting. Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.