Out of School Time Activity Leader (Part-Time)

YMCA of Central Massachusetts; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to YMCA facilities

Employee Assistance Program

Sick Leave

Job summary

YMCA of Central Massachusetts is seeking a part-time OST Educator to supervise and support children in after-school programs. Under the Director of Child Care Services, the educator will implement a curriculum tailored to the children's needs while ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Qualifications include being at least 18 years old, a high school diploma, and previous experience working with children. The position offers $16.00 per hour, with additional perks such as access to YMCA facilities.

Qualifications

• Must be at minimum 18 years old.
• Previous experience working with children (at least 6 months) required.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children and program activities.
• Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Projects a professional image and acts as a role model.

Skills

Experience with children

Relationship-building

Culturally relevant programming

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year or more of college preferred

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Child Care Services, the OST Educator plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum geared to the needs of each child in his/her care/classroom/program, including the health & safety of the children and adherence to all YMCA Child Protection policies.

Essential Functions

• Supervises a group of children and program activities.
• Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); all MA Department of EJ&C regulations; maintains the program site, equipment; and required program records.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming; plans activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y's values.
• Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; models relationship‑building skills in all interactions.
• Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem‑solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences.
• Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; connects families to the Y.
• Projects a professional image, including neat appearance, positive manner and dependable attendance and is a role model for children, families and other staff.
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at minimum 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children (at least 6 months) required.
• Meets minimum age standards as established by state law and/or the Y.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required; or within 60 days of hire.
• Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred.Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Job Type

Part‑Time

Schedule

Monday‑Friday from 2:00pm to 6:00pm (will also take candidates who are only interested to work for the summer (June‑August)).

Pay

$16.00 per hour. Plus, access to YMCA facilities for all YMCA employees, Employee Assistance Program, and Sick Leave.