Assistant Group Leader

Merrimack Valley YMCA; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack Valley YMCA seeks an Assistant Group Leader to represent the YMCA with professionalism and commitment to its mission. Working under the Site Coordinator, you will provide safe, engaging program leadership for children, families and volunteers, and help ensure compliance with licensing and safety requirements.

Responsibilities include assisting with curriculum, supervision, attendance, and documentation, while fostering a caring, respectful environment aligned with YMCA values.

Qualifications

• Must hold CPR and First Aid certifications throughout employment.
• Familiar with Massachusetts EEC Licensing Regulations.
• Experience with developmentally appropriate practices for school-aged children preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of QRIS standards and quality improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision of children and daily activities.
• Assist with lesson planning and daily attendance tracking.
• Ensure program quality meets EEC Licensing and QRIS standards.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and safety as a priority.
• Model YMCA Character Values and professional conduct.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Child care supervision

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Education coursework preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:The Assistant Group Leader is to represent the YMCA personally, professionally and in a manner in accordance with the mission and goals of the YMCA. The Assistant Group Leader, under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable leadership to the members, volunteers, families and program participants. All Merrimack Valley YMCA staff will help champion a culture of service excellence and support and advocate the mission and values of the YMCA.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Work closely with the Group Leader/Site Coordinator to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.Program responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting with supervision of children, assisting with lesson planning and daily attendance.Ensure and maintain quality of program and that it meets EEC Licensing Requirements, QRIS Standards and complies with all safety regulations.Maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of the child care classroom.Keep safety as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional wellbeing of all staff, volunteers, members, students, families and program participants using the YMCA classrooms and indoor/facility.By personal example help interpret quality of YMCA Character Values or Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.Reports all accidents/unusual incidents immediately to the Group Leader/Site Coordinator with all necessary documentation.Accept and perform all other responsibilities necessary for the good of the organization as required by supervisor (remains flexible).QUALIFICATIONS:Relevant college classes in Education or related field is preferred.Maintain current CPR certification and First Aid throughout employment.Must know, understand and display full knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for school aged children.Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.Must be familiar with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Licensing Regulations.Must be familiar with Massachusetts Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Standards.