Before & After School Program Assistant - YMCA Membership

Two Rivers YMCA; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 17,908 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA Membership & Program Discounts: 1

Job summary

Two Rivers YMCA is seeking an Extension Assistant to support year‑round school‑age programs at various Quad City sites in Moline, East Moline and Rock Island. You will help implement lesson plans, supervise participants, and maintain safety and program quality during before and after school hours.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with one year of youth experience preferred, and CPR/AED/other trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; one year working with youth is preferred.
• Strong human relations skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current CPR/AED and other required training and certifications.
• Assist in the implementation of weekly lesson plans and curriculum.
• Monitor and ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Greet and develop courteous relationships with program participants, parents, guardians, school staff, and the general public using Listen First Skills.
• Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
• Assist in serving meals and snacks to program participants.
• Keep all program areas safe and clean.
• Resolve conflict and discipline issues with program participants.
• Arrive to work on time with name tag, proper attire, Y staff shirt and a positive attitude.
• Maintain a professional image of the Y in the facility and community.
• Work as a team with other Y staff members.
• Enforce Y Code of Conduct and all rules and information found in the staff training guide.
• Report incidents using the proper forms to the Coordinators and Directors.
• May be required to change school sites or travel from site to site on occasion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Two Rivers YMCA is seeking an Extension Assistant to support year‑round school‑age programs at various Quad City sites in Moline, East Moline and Rock Island. You will help implement lesson plans, supervise participants, and maintain safety and program quality during before and after school hours.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with one year of youth experience preferred, and CPR/AED/other trainings.