Group Supervisor

Ymca Of Reading & Berks County; Fleetwood (Berks County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Child Care Discounts

Paid Time Off

Growth Opportunities

Supportive Environment

Job summary

Ymca Of Reading & Berks County is seeking a childcare professional in Fleetwood, PA to support children's developmental needs and ensure a safe environment. You will conduct duties aligned with YMCA policies and state regulations while providing supervision and establishing suitable classroom management techniques.

The position requires meeting educational qualifications and offers opportunities for professional growth. The starting pay ranges from $15 to $18 per hour, with additional compensation for split shifts.

Qualifications

• Must meet educational requirements for childcare as per Pennsylvania Code.
• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Physical capability to perform duties as required, including lifting and standing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct duties consistent with YMCA Policies and State Regulations.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children.
• Maintain an orderly classroom environment.
• Assist in planning activities and supervision.

Skills

Ability to communicate positively and professionally

Good decision-making skills

Flexibility

Emotional maturity

Ability to lift items weighing up to 60 pounds

Enthusiasm

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with required coursework

600 hours of secondary training or equivalent

15 credit hours in early childhood education or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fleetwood, PA 19522

Starting Pay: $15-$18/hour (+ $3/hour for split shifts before & after school).

Why Work With Us?

• Free YMCA Membership – Stay active and save money
• Child Care Discounts – For your own kids in our programs
• Paid Time Off – Even part‑time staff start earning right away
• Growth Opportunities – Get paid training, earn credentials, and grow your career
• Supportive Environment – Be part of a mission‑driven team that values caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct the duties of this position in a manner that is consistent with and follows all YMCA Personnel and Child Care Policies; including the State Regulations for Child Care Centers, the Character Traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Attend trainings, be familiar with and adhere to policies relating to Risk Management.
• Report all concerns regarding the children, program and co‑workers to the Center Director in a timely manner.
• Establish and model appropriate classroom management skills and techniques.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in the program by providing appropriate supervision and interactions.
• Manage behaviors through positive guidance, re‑direction and conflict resolution. Establish a set of reasonable limits and consequences and follow them through consistently.
• Assist the Center Director in carrying out activities relating to ensuring and measuring positive outcomes for children, parents and staff.
• Participate fully in all center activities including but not limited to field trips, swimming and food service.
• Maintain an orderly arrangement and appearance of the classroom, center and/or areas utilized by the program by cleaning, sweeping, wiping tables, vacuuming, or other duties specified by the Center Director.
• Communicate and greet parents. Report parent concerns to Group Supervisor.
• Maintain the confidentiality of children’s records and other pertinent information.
• Coordinate and plan with other teachers; schedules, breaks, activities while ensuring ratios are maintained.
• Assist in maintaining and submitting program records such as lesson plans.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings and other opportunities for professional development; maintain PDR and be sure training hours as governed by the State Regulations and STARS program are completed.
• Assist the Center Director or Group Supervisor with any other duties required to maintain and provide quality child care.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
  • A high school diploma, or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field.
  • A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, including 600 or more hours of secondary training described in 3270.31 (c).
  • A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or a human services field and 1 year of experience with children.
  • A high school diploma or a general education development certificate and completion of a post‑secondary training curriculum described in 3270.31 (c).
  • A high school diploma or a general education development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
• The ability to meet the requirements of the Pennsylvania Code Title 55 Chapter 3270 Public Welfare Group Supervisor and/or Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications and responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate positively and professionally, both written and spoken, using the English language.
• Lift items weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to reach a child from a distance of 30 feet in 10 seconds without danger to his/her health.
• Ability to demonstrate good decision‑making skills, intelligence, flexibility, emotional maturity, a positive outlook, enthusiasm, and a professional attitude towards all families and staff.
• Willingness to work with others including all staff members, children and parents.

Physical Demands (summary)

Standing, walking, staying on feet, bending, twisting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, repetitive hand movement, reaching above/below shoulder height, and lifting or moving items ranging from up to 10 lbs to over 100 lbs as required.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.