Before & Afterschool Asst. Group Leader

South Shore YMCA; Hanover (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic Before and Afterschool Asst Group Leader to assist Group Leaders and Site Coordinators in planning, executing, and operating a high-quality Afterschool program aligned with YMCA values and QRIS standards. This role emphasizes strong member service for families, participants, and volunteers.

You will help ensure safe facilities, coordinate staff and volunteers, and foster a supportive community environment while connecting families to YMCA programs and

Qualifications

• Experience with school age children and EEC regulations preferred.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with staff, families, volunteers, and school staff.
• Ability to interact with family needs/concerns positively and professionally, valuing diversity.
• Must meet EEC Educator Professional Development mandates including trainings addressing diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of programs to meet Afterschool site needs and YMCA objectives.
• Support compliance with EEC licensing, QRIS, and HEPA standards; assist in meeting CACFP criteria.
• Provide accommodations to include children with disabilities per EEC and ADA.
• Supervise program participants in line with policies, EEC regulations, and QRIS standards.
• Build relationships with families and members, respond to inquiries, engage new families, and connect them to YMCA causes.
• Work with Site Coordinators and Leaders to ensure safe, clean, well-equipped facilities.
• Assist in engaging and coordinating volunteers for activities and events.
• Support community involvement and fundraising activities and build collaborations with local organizations.

Skills

Experience with school-age children

Knowledge of EEC regulations

YMCA values promotion

Strong member service

Job description

The Before and Afterschool Asst Group Leader is responsible for assisting the Group Leaders and Site Coordinators with planning, execution and overall operation of a high quality Afterschool site which will include promoting YMCA core values and encourage lifelong learning. Must be able to demonstrate high quality member service to both internal and external program participants, families, members, and volunteers.

Reports to: Director-SACC

Core Expectations

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Assist in planning and execution of programs to meet the needs of the Afterschool site and fulfill YMCA objectives. Responsible for assisting in the compliance in all related areas including the Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) licensing procedures and regulations, assist in working towards increased Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS) levels as determined by program’s goals and promoting YUSA Healthy Eating Physical Activity (HEPA) standards and follow all criteria for CACFP food program. Provide reasonable accommodations to allow children with disabilities to participate in activities whenever possible and to meet each child’s individual needs according to EEC and ADA.

STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Assist in supervision of program participants in accordance with the organization’s policies, EEC regulations, applicable laws and QRIS Standards. Monitor and communicate with supervisor all staff related EEC, QRIS, and South Shore YMCA requirements.

MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Builds relationships with and among families and members, assists in responding to inquiries and solves problems. Creates a supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new families, and connects families to the YMCA’s cause.

FACILITY MANAGEMENT

Works with Afterschool Director, Site Coordinators, and Group Leaders to ensure that program facilities and equipment for children are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive.

VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT

Responsible for assisting to engage and work with volunteers.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT

Assists in YMCA fund raising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.

Core Competencies Required for Success at the YMCA- Leader Level

• Mission and Community Oriented – Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Work effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.
• People Oriented – Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well and takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Results Oriented – Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures.
• Personal Development – Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development and demonstrates flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience with school age children and EEC regulations are preferred.
• The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, children & families, volunteers, school administrators are critical to this position.
• The ability to interact with family needs/concerns in a positive and professional way reflecting an attitude that values diversity.
• Must meet EEC Educator Professional Development mandates to include at least one third of required trainings that address diverse learners. PQ Registry must remain current and reflect all PD hours, trainings and college level courses.