Part-Time School‑Age Aide — Growth & Community Impact

Ymca; Tavistock (DE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan

Learning and development workshops

Career advancement opportunities

Staff Discounts on Programs & Services

Job summary

Brandywine YMCA in Wilmington, DE is seeking a School Age Site Aide to supervise children, support activities, and promote safe development in a caring environment.

This part-time role offers after-school shifts, $15.00 per hour, opportunities for learning and advancement, staff discounts, and a retirement plan upon eligibility.

You will work with youth, coordinate activities, and document progress while meeting licensing and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: School Age Aide must be at least 16 years old (15 if in approved program).
• Must be at least four years older than any child in direct care.
• Complete a physical & tuberculosis screening within 30 days of hire.
• Successful completion of background checks as required by Delaware.
• Proficient active listening to understand and adapt to children's and parents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the children, groups, and activities as assigned with safe childcare practices.
• Provide daily care including feeding and supporting social/emotional needs.
• Engage children in classroom activities, meals, transitions, and gross motor tasks.
• Assist in planning and participating in daily age-appropriate activities for learning.
• Observe children and document progress and development.

Skills

Active listening

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Age requirement: at least 16

Background checks (criminal, child abuse, adult abuse)

Physical & TB screening within 30 days

Supervision: 4+ years older than children

Job description

Brandywine YMCA in Wilmington, DE is seeking a School Age Site Aide to supervise children, support activities, and promote safe development in a caring environment.

This part-time role offers after-school shifts, $15.00 per hour, opportunities for learning and advancement, staff discounts, and a retirement plan upon eligibility.

You will work with youth, coordinate activities, and document progress while meeting licensing and safety requirements.