Group Leader

The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A national association for youth development is seeking a Group Leader based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role involves assisting in the operation of School Age Education programming, serving as an instructor, and ensuring child safety. Candidates must have a high school diploma and experience with children, along with the ability to lead diverse groups. Must be flexible and enthusiastic in engaging with youth and their families. This role offers the opportunity to support the development of children in a meaningful way.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous working experience with children is preferred.
• Must obtain CPR-Pro, AED, First Aid, and Shaken Baby Certifications within 90 days of hire.
• Willing to learn or has knowledge of state licensing for Group Child Care and Youngstar.
• Willing to learn or understand state licensing for Group Child Care and Youngstar.
• Complete staff file requirements within the specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of all School Age Education programming.
• Serve as an instructor and role model to program participants.
• Engage families and school staff while ensuring child safety.
• Take responsibility for each child’s safety and well-being.
• Engage families and school staff while complying with licensing rules.

Skills

Initiative

Good judgment

Communication skills

Leadership

Creativity

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

80 hours of Early Childhood classes or 6 credits in relevant fields

Job description

Under the direction of the School Age Education Director and in accordance with Association policies, the Group Leader will be responsible to assist in the operation of all School Age Education programming. The Group Leader serves as an instructor and role model to program participants, participates in the planning and implementation of high-quality programs by taking responsibility for each child’s safety and well‑being, engaging families and school staff, while complying with licensing rules and procedures.

• Must be at least 18 years and possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience(s) working with children preferred
• Must possess or attain within 90 days of hire the following certifications: CPR‑Pro, AED, First Aid, Shaken Baby Certifications
• At least 80 hours of Early Childhood classes with documentation OR completed at least 6 credits in elementary education, child guidance, or child development
• Willing to learn or has knowledge of state licensing for Group Child Care and Youngstar
• Complete staff file requirements and documents within specified timeframe

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have ability to have initiative, good judgment, and ability to make decisions independently
• Ability to work in and with diverse populations
• Must demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills
• Able to provide mature leadership to group of children; work well with other adults
• Able to have fun, be flexible, and share enthusiasm with participants, families, and schools
• Exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all aspects of their work
• Must have understanding, patience, creativity, cooperative spirit, common sense, spiritual depth, and commitment to working with youth and their families