Out of School Time Educator (Part-Time)

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Fitchburg (MA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to YMCA facilities

Employee Assistance Program

Sick Leave

Job summary

Montachusett Community Branch YMCA is seeking an OST Educator to create a safe, engaging program for youth before and after school. You will plan developmentally appropriate activities, support health and safety, and uphold YMCA child protection policies.

Under the School Aged Child Care Director, you’ll supervise groups, build positive relationships with youth and families, and contribute to a welcoming, inclusive program environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children (at least 6 months) required.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required; or within 60 days of hire.
• Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children and program activities.
• Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y; maintains the program site and records.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Creates a positive rapport with youth and models relationship-building skills.
• Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and reflect on experiences.
• Communicates with parents and connects families to the Y.
• Maintains professional image and attendance; serves as a role model.
• Attends family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Child care experience

Communication skills

Diversity sensitivity

Relationship-building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year of college preferred

Tools

CPR

First Aid

AED

Job description

Description

The OST Educator at the Montachusett Community Branch YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families. Under the supervision of the School Aged Child Care Director, 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 EE&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.
• Project a professional image, including neat appearance, positive manner and dependable attendance and be 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:

• 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: Looking to fill both AM (6:30-8:45am) and PM (2-5pm) shifts.

Pay: $16.00/hr. Plus, access to YMCA facilities for all YMCA employees, Employee Assistance Program, and Sick Leave

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are a safe place for children, teens and vulnerable populations, and all staff, regardless of their role within the organization, are required to ensure the trust that families place in us is earned each and every day. Child protection is every employee’s job, and employees may not begin work until they are trained. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to strengthen our community, beginning with you.