Pre-K Before & After School Childcare Staff

Kids for the Future; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ozarks Regional YMCA in Branson, MO seeks a part-time Pre-K Before & After Care Staff to support the Branson Public Schools Pre-K program. You will supervise children ages three and four before and after the school day, implement developmentally appropriate activities, and help children develop social, emotional, and physical skills.

You'll collaborate with school staff, families, and YMCA teammates, model the YMCA core values, maintain safety and confidentiality, and participate in staff

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to young children, families, school personnel, staff members, and volunteers.
• Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and grow within the field.

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementing developmentally appropriate activities within established guidelines.
• Contributes ideas, creativity, and feedback to strengthen program quality.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging.
• Supervises children, program environments, and activities while following all YMCA policies and licensing regulations.
• Safely transitions children to and from their Branson Public Schools Pre‑K classrooms.
• Works collaboratively with Branson Public Schools staff to support smooth daily transitions and positive experiences for children.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with children, families, school personnel, and YMCA staff.
• Engages families and helps connect them to the YMCA community.
• Maintains clean, organized, and safe program spaces.
• Maintains confidentiality of children, families, and staff.
• Demonstrates initiative by identifying program needs and supporting teammates.
• Participates in professional development opportunities.
• Attends family engagement events, staff meetings, trainings, and YMCA activities.
• Ensures YMCA policies, licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintains accurate attendance, incident reports, behavior documentation, and required records.
• Ensures zero tolerance for abuse and actively participates in the protection of youth.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

• Location 404 Cedar Ridge Dr,Branson, MO, 65616,United States
• Base Pay $15.00 - $18.00 / Hour
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Ash Barton
• Phone [phone] ext: 6139
• Email [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in implementing developmentally appropriate activities within established guidelines.
• Contributes ideas, creativity, and feedback to strengthen program quality.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging.
• Supervises children, program environments, and activities while following all YMCA policies and licensing regulations.
• Safely transitions children to and from their Branson Public Schools Pre‑K classrooms.
• Works collaboratively with Branson Public Schools staff to support smooth daily transitions and positive experiences for children.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with children, families, school personnel, and YMCA staff.
• Engages families and helps connect them to the YMCA community.
• Maintains clean, organized, and safe program spaces.
• Maintains confidentiality of children, families, and staff.
• Demonstrates initiative by identifying program needs and supporting teammates.
• Participates in professional development opportunities.
• Attends family engagement events, staff meetings, trainings, and YMCA activities.
• Ensures YMCA policies, licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintains accurate attendance, incident reports, behavior documentation, and required records.
• Ensures zero tolerance for abuse and actively participates in the protection of youth.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Experience working with preschool‑aged children preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to young children, families, school personnel, staff members, and volunteers.
• Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and grow within the field.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical mobility: walking, climbing stairs, standing, kneeling, bending, leaning, stooping, and sitting for extended periods.

• Frequent bending, lifting, and floor‑based caregiving.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Collaborative team atmosphere with ongoing training and support.
• Ability to use phone, tablet, and other equipment.
• Ability to hear, listen, and speak.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to adjust, and distinguish colors.
• Visual and auditory response to critical situations and ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be louder at times.

Summary

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Pre‑K Before & After Care Staff at the Ozarks Regional YMCA provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children ages three and four who are enrolled in the Branson Public Schools Pre‑K Program.

Staff supervise children before and after the school day, implement developmentally appropriate activities, and support each child's social, emotional, and physical development. This position requires active engagement with children by leading activities, encouraging independence, building positive relationships, and maintaining professional communication with families, school personnel, coworkers, and leadership. Staff members are expected to model the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in every interaction.

The Ozarks Regional YMCA maintains a strict zero‑tolerance policy regarding child abuse and neglect. All staff are expected to protect the safety and well‑being of every child by following child protection policies, reporting concerns immediately, and maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.