Parents Morning/Night Out Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is hiring a Parents’ Morning/Night Out Attendant at the Northeast Cobb YMCA to provide a safe, engaging environment for children ages 2–14 while offering guidance and fun activities.

Under the Program Director, you will plan and lead activities in alignment with YMCA values, attend trainings, and maintain positive relations with parents and staff; must pass background check and drug screening and obtain CPR/First Aid/AED within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old or older; 16-17 with extensive experience may be considered.
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a day camp setting.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children ages 2-14.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Must show caring, patience, and a willingness to participate in activities with the children.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AED

Child Care

Background Check

Job description

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

Nature And Scope

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Parents’ Morning/Night Out Attendant is responsible for providing a safe and attentive environment for program participants and achieving the goals of the program through planning and implementation of activities which provide guidance, leadership, education and enjoyment for children served by the each program.

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates should be 18yrs old; 16-17 yrs old candidates will only be considered with extensive experience working with children, volunteer service at the Y, and/or service through our teen program.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting.
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc…
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
• MUST PASS PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND BACKGROUND CHECK.

Physical Demands

Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of indoor/sport settings. Must have the ability to climb, walk, run, stoop, squat or kneel. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and carry equipment to appropriate destinations or affect the carrying of such equipment. Ability to use senses which enable safe supervision of children including seeing and/or hearing.

Essential Functions

• Supervises a group of children ages 2-14.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Must show caring, patience, and a willingness to participate in activities with the children.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
• Adhere to Metro Atlanta YMCA policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

Employment Requirement

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location

Northeast Cobb YMCA