Program Lead (Childcare Services)

Armed Services YMCA; Mississippi; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join an established organization dedicated to enriching the lives of military families through engaging childcare programs. As a Program Lead, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating enriching activities that promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This part-time position allows you to work closely with dedicated professionals and make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about serving others and have a background in early childhood education, this opportunity is perfect for you. Bring your skills and enthusiasm to a team that values growth and positive change!

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 units in Early Childhood Education or related field required.
• Experience in facilitating children's programs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate programs focused on youth development and social responsibility.
• Ensure program goals and objectives are met through high-quality delivery.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

6 units of Early Childhood Education or Child Development

Valid CA Child Development Permit

Tools

Windows

Excel

Microsoft Word

Publisher

Social Media

Job description

Job Title: Program Lead (Childcare Services)
Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time
Pay: $22.00/hourly
Reports to: Program Manager, Family & Youth Enrichment
Location: San Diego

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Program Director of the Family and Youth Enrichment department, the Program Lead is primarily responsible for facilitating programs focused on family and youth enrichment, with an emphasis on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Programs include Afterschool Achievement Academy, Operation Hero, Camp Hero, Operation Little Learner, and potential support for special events. Duties include working closely with the Program Coordinators to ensure that program needs are being addressed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Fulfill program and special event responsibilities identified by the Program Director.
• Facilitate programs with intention and purpose. Conduct all activities to ensure that the goals and objectives of each program are met.
• Provide high-quality programs using current teaching techniques and FYE Standard Operating Procedures. Fulfill Administrative requirements outlined in the manual, including completion of program attendance, incident documentation, and program reports, completion of time cards, mileage and petty cash requests, monthly statistics, and special projects as feasible.
• Be a good steward of agency and grant funds, promote cause-driven leadership, and the attitude of gratitude.
• Be available for families seeking services with a general working knowledge of all ASYMCA programs and services.
• Complete statistical reporting and periodic program evaluations and use data to inform program enhancements.
• Able to evaluate programs using available data. Support the Program Manager in the grant application and fund generation by providing ASY stories, participant photos, and other activities as appropriate.
• Actively participate in scheduled meetings, team implementation of FYE events, office space improvements, and program development.
• Monitor and organize program supplies and equipment.
• Implementation and facilitation of programs that support the needs and well-being of the military family in terms of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
• Work collaboratively interdepartmentally and with military and civilian organizations to provide high-quality programs/events that benefit military members and their families.
• Maintain professionalism by administering both verbal and written correspondence in a timely manner. Support other departments as schedule permits. Maintain professional boundaries with program participants and FYE staff.
• Dress appropriately for different job responsibilities; maintain a professional demeanor when representing the ASYMCA.
• Complete statistical reporting in a timely manner and in accordance with FYE department Standard Operating Procedures.
• Fulfill program and special event responsibilities identified by supervisor(s).
• All other duties as assigned.
• Evening or weekend work as required.
• Ensure the YMCA’s core values (responsibility, respect, caring, and honesty) are incorporated into the facilitation and programming curriculum. Demonstrates the YMCA Leadership Competencies.

INTERACTION
This position may provide information to donors, potential donors, program participants, volunteers, partners, ASYMCA SD Board and staff, and others from the community.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Responsibilities

EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
Minimum: At least 6 units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) and experience in either facilitating children’s programs and/or working in a similar or related capacity for a nonprofit organization. Familiarity with the military population or equivalent socio-economic group.
Preferred: Valid CA Child Development Permit as issued by the CTC in one of the following areas: Assistant, Associate Teacher, Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, or Program Director.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• General knowledge of nonprofit organizational practices.
• A professional demeanor with an aptitude for analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Responsible, well organized, and demonstrate initiative.
• Strong proficiency in Windows, Excel, Microsoft Word, Publisher, and Social Media.
• Must be accurate and detail-oriented, possess strong organizational and time management skills, and have the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a complex and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational, and public speaking skills.
• Proven track record of success.

Tools and Equipment Used
Standard office equipment and machines such as telephone, personal computer, multi-function copy machine, and 10-key calculator.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record, including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the organization’s insurance carrier standards. Must either possess or be able to obtain a Class B Drivers License. Must either possess or be able to obtain Pediatric and Adult CPR and First Aid Certification.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Work in an office setting with occasional travel to other locations in San Diego County.
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, use hands, arms, and legs for dexterity and balance, climb stairs frequently, and be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts, carries, and balances objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Pulls and pushes such objects as file drawers and supplies.
• Prioritize and multi-task work and projects requiring good memory, concentration, and analytical thinking.
• Occasionally, it is required to operate office equipment and machines safely and recognize and abate safety hazards within the workplace.
• Occasionally, will be tasked with operating a vehicle that requires a Class “B” license.
• Must be able to hear and see, including peripheral vision and distinction of colors, read and communicate verbally and in writing frequently with a wide range of people from divergent socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and origins.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• COVID 19 vaccinations
• Negative TB Test

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.