Kids Quest: After-School Program Lead

YWCA Northeast Kansas; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

YWCA Northeast Kansas in Topeka, KS is seeking a Kids Quest Group Leader/Assistant Group Leader or Program Float to supervise children in before- and after-school programs for grades K-5, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment in line with KDHE licensing and YWCA policies.

Responsibilities include building positive relationships with children, families, and school staff; facilitating developmentally appropriate activities; maintaining safety ratios; completing required trainings

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pass required KDHE screening process.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children in grades K-5 participating in before and after school programming.
• Builds and maintains positive, professional relationships with children, families, school personnel, volunteers, and fellow team members.
• Supervises and actively engages children in daily routines and activities while serving as a positive role model.
• Assists with the implementation of developmentally appropriate activities that align with site themes and program philosophy.
• Facilitates choice-based opportunities including arts and crafts, academic enrichment, social-emotional learning, physical activities, and homework assistance.
• Maintains appropriate staff-to-child ratios and ensures the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Observe, recognize, and respond appropriately to concerns related to child safety and well-being in accordance with agency policies and mandatory reporting requirements.
• Completes required documentation and maintains records in accordance with KDHE regulations and YWCA policies and procedures.
• Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and readiness of assigned spaces and materials.
• Collaborates with and supports fellow team members to ensure quality program operations and a positive experience for children and families.
• Attends and successfully completes required trainings, including First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse Recognition, and other trainings required by YWCA, KDHE, or licensing standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Flexibility

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

YWCA Northeast Kansas in Topeka, KS is seeking a Kids Quest Group Leader/Assistant Group Leader or Program Float to supervise children in before- and after-school programs for grades K-5, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment in line with KDHE licensing and YWCA policies.

Responsibilities include building positive relationships with children, families, and school staff; facilitating developmentally appropriate activities; maintaining safety ratios; completing required trainings