School Age Leader

ADP, Inc.; Seekonk (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA seeks an After School Leader in Newman, MA to assist the Site Coordinator in developing and delivering high-quality, academically aligned after-school activities. You will supervise children, support their social-emotional development, and help maintain a safe, welcoming program.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, leading group and individual activities, promoting inclusion, attending staff meetings, and representing the YMCA professionally to families and school staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and have a high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications required before working with children: Child Abuse Prevention Training, New Employee Orientation, all RI DHS and MA EEC requirements.
• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen; RI DHS Pre-service Health & Safety Training.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Site Coordinator in planning and leading age-appropriate, academically aligned activities.
• Supervise and actively engage with children; ensure health and safety at all times.
• Provide leadership for activities, including small and large group sessions and enrichment activities.
• Promote inclusion and equity among all participants; maintain positive behavior and environment.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in professional development; assist in site maintenance and food service as needed.
• Represent the YMCA professionally to parents, families, and school personnel.

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Code 3 Part-Time Newman MA, Seekonk, MA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1004

The expected schedule for B efore School is 6:45 to 8:45am

After School is between 2:30 to 6:00pm

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for assisting the Site Coordinator in program development and implementation, supervision of children and working as a member of a team. Before & After School Leaders are responsible for assisting in the delivery of high-quality, academically aligned after-school activities. They are responsible for ensuring children’s social-emotional development and physical safety in the program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborate with Site Coordinator in planning and leading a high-quality, creative program that is age-appropriate for school-age children. Assist in planning daily and monthly activities for the program that are academically aligned and support skill building and social-emotional development.
• Supervise and be actively involved with children assigned to your activity area. You are responsible for the health and safety of children at all times.
• Provide leadership for activities. Both small and large group activities (i.e., sign-in, out/circle time/community time/enrichment activities/asset development/games & crafts).
• Continually promote the values of inclusion and equity among all participants.
• Assist Site Coordinator in creating and planning special events, including parent & family-oriented programs. Attend parent or family events related to the program.
• Attend and participate fully in monthly staff meetings. Meetings may include recommended or mandatory training programs.
• Care for and help with maintenance of equipment and site appearance. Includes daily clean-up of activities and site, as well as scheduled site maintenance.
• Provide daily snacks and/or meals in accordance with federally funded child nutrition program requirements including; serving meals, conducting point of service meal counts, and any cleaning protocol associated with food service.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect. Follow discipline procedures as outlined by YMCA Code of Conduct and the Site Coordinator.
• Continued pursuit of professional development through reading and further education.
• Help supervise program in Coordinators absence.
• Engage in behavior conducive to team building with other staff. Open communication, encouragement, support and tolerance for each other are all essential.
• Participate and volunteer in the YMCA annual fund-raising campaign. Campaigns may include site event fundraisers and Y fundraising events.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Act as a professional role model. Maintain good public relations with parents and school personnel and understand that you represent the YMCA and maintain a positive disposition, demeanor and attire.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must be 18 years old and have a high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications required before working with children: Child Abuse Prevention Training, New Employee Orientation, all RI DHS and MA EEC requirements.
• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic lifesaving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen, RI DHS Pre-service Health & Safety Training. This position must have the ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.