Before & After School Group Leader- Hamilton

Kids for the Future; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 15,153 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Before & After School Group Leader in the Hamilton/Cincinnati area to supervise school-age children, develop safe, engaging activities, and ensure a supportive learning environment. The role requires 15–30 hours per week, with AM and PM shifts on weekdays.

Applicants must be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and hold First Aid/CPR certifications or commit to obtaining them within 30 days. A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Certifications: Current First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention and CPR or willingness to obtain within 30 days.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.
• Knowledge of developmental stages of a child.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to multiple site locations.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manages, directs, and coordinates high-quality, school-age programs for assigned location(s) and implements new program activities.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and quality regulations related to program areas.
• Ensures YMCA standards, safety procedures are followed and the safety and well-being of children is a first priority.
• Interacts with children on their individual levels of development.
• Assists and implements weekly lesson plans that fit children’s needs, interests, and development.
• Assists with posting meals and snacks meeting CACFP guidelines.
• Develops and maintains relationships with state childcare licensing, school administration, parent groups and related agencies.
• Maintains YMCA policies and procedures regarding site/location, licensing, interactions, and parent communications.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from agencies, parents and community.
• Documents and reports any special needs or problems of a child, staff or parent to the Associate Executive Director.
• Maintains classroom/outdoor appearance with neat and orderly supplies and equipment.
• Attends staff meetings and ongoing trainings (10 hours/year including first aid, disease control, CPR, child development, etc.).

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

• Location 1125 Main St,Hamilton, OH, 45013,United States
• Base Pay $13.00 / Year
• Job Category Childcare
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

Description

Before & After School Group Leader

FSLA: Non-Exempt

Status: Part-Time, 15-30 hours/week

Pay: $13/hour

AM Shifts are between the times of: 6:30am-8am or 9:30am Monday-Friday

PM Shifts are between the times of 2:00pm or 3:30pm-6pm Monday-Friday

***18 years of age and older***

$300 Sign-On Bonus

Sign on bonuses will be awarded after completion of your first 30/60/90 days

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Associate Executive Childcare Director, the Group Leader is responsible for the social, physical, spiritual, and mental development of each child within their care. In accordance with ODJFS and “Step Up to Quality” standards, he or she is also responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of all activities, as well as keeping the safety and well-being of children as a first priority.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages, directs, and coordinates high-quality, school-age programs for assigned location(s) and implements new program activities.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and “Step Up to Quality” regulations as they relate to program areas.
• Ensures YMCA standards are met, safety procedures are followed and ensures the safety and well-being of children as a first priority.
• Interacts with children on their individual levels of development.
• Assists and implements weekly lesson plans that are effective and fit children’s needs, interests, and developmental level.
• Assists with posting meals and snacks that meet all CACFP guidelines.
• Develops and maintains relationships with state childcare licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to the assigned programs.
• Maintains YMCA policies and procedures regarding the site/location, state licensing, interactions and supervision of children, and communication with parents.
• Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Documents and reports to the Associate Executive Director any special needs or problems of an individual child, staff, or parent(s).
• Maintains the appearance of the classroom/outside areas which includes keeping supplies, materials and equipment in the rooms in a neat and orderly manner.
• Attends staff meetings and ongoing trainings (10 hours per year to include first aide, communicable disease, child Abuse Prevention, CPR and child development classes.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Certifications: Current First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention and CPR certifications or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages of a child.
• Have a valid driver’s license and capable of driving to multiple site locations.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) while maintain alertness for long periods of time.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Must be creative and enthusiastic to staff and program participants.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with families, children, and other staff.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
• Ability to maintain control and composure in challenging or changing conditions.
• Must be dependable, detailed oriented, maintain high personal morale performing job duties, meeting deadlines and prompt regular attendance.