Operation Hero (Op Hero) Facilitator

Armed Services YMCA National Headquarters; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Armed Services YMCA National Headquarters is seeking a part-time Op Hero Facilitator to implement a structured program for school-age children identified as at risk.

Responsibilities include delivering lesson plans, maintaining attendance, preparing materials, and reporting to the Branch Director; required background check, TB clearance, CPR/First Aid, and mandatory trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in group settings.
• Criminal background check required.
• TB clearance within past 12 months; if positive, documentation of treatment plan.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of hire date and annually thereafter.
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Implement Op Hero tutorial program following the facilitator guide.
• Prepare journals, materials, and classroom tools.
• Maintain participant attendance and logs; report to Branch Director.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and integrate ASYMCA core values (caring, respect, responsibility, honesty).
• Attend mandatory trainings and perform other duties as assigned by Branch Director.

Skills

Child care

Communication

Group instruction

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Reports To: CYP Director

Classification: Part-time, Contract (13 weeks/13 hours per week; 2x’s per year)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

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Job Purpose:

Responsible for the implementation and facilitation of the Op Hero program for a group of eight to twelve elementary school age children. Candidates must commit to completing the twelve-week program. There is an additional week of prep/training prior to implementation. This program targets school-age children, grades 2-5, who have been identified by parents or school personnel as at-risk, exhibiting low self-esteem or having difficulty adjusting either academically or socially in the school environment.

Functions and Duties:

1. Program and Services Management

Responsible for undertaking the self-paced Op Hero tutorial program to understand its purpose and delivery.

Execute pre-planned lesson plans based on the Armed Services YMCA Op Hero Facilitator Guide.

Incorporate the ASYMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility and honesty into each lesson plan.

Prepares journals, folders, place cards, and other classroom tools prior to the start of the program.

Follows all Child Abuse reporting procedures.

Serve snacks according to program guidelines.

2. Administrative Responsibilities

Be familiar with each participant’s registration file to understand the basis for the referral and family situation.

Maintains attendance for program participants, communicating with Branch Director for any issues that may arise.

Turn in behavior and incident logs for each participant to Branch Director when necessary

Communicates with Branch Director regarding classroom rosters and attendance.

Turn in on time the Op Hero Weekly Report to the Branch Director.

Create and coordinate graduation materials as outlined in the OP Guide.

N/A

Arrives on time daily as scheduled.

Attends all mandatory training sessions and staff meetings as scheduled.

Demonstrates an understanding and proper use of the chain of command when addressing situations and concerns.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule: Dependent on location and school dismissal

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Experience with Children: 2 years (Preferred)

Military affiliation (active, retired, spouse, dependent, etc)

6. Facility and Equipment Management

Maintain school-provided classroom in an orderly manner.

Organize, sanitizes and stores materials daily to ensure order.

Ensures toys and equipment are kept in good working order, notifying Branch Director when toys/equipment need to be replaced due to unsafe conditions.

Request needed supplies (to include a low cost snack) in a timely manner to the Branch Director.

7. Other duties as assigned by the Branch Director

Working Conditions:

Classroom/Group Setting.

Ability to stand and sit throughout the class in order to interact with the children.

Required Qualifications:

Any degree (or currently working towards a degree) in Education or related Human Services field.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Experience working with children in a group setting.

Desired Qualifications:

Specialization in Literacy education.

Experience teaching children with minor learning difficulties and minor behavior issues.

Requirements:

Pass a criminal background check.

Proof of a TB clearance/test within the past 12 months. If test is positive, documentation of treatment plan is required.

Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification training completed within 90 days of hire date, and annually thereafter.

Completion of required on-line training courses within 30 days of hire date.

Annual medical certification from PCM.

May occasionally be expected to work at special events outside normal working hours, including some weekends, and/or evening