SUB Assistant Before/After School

YMCA Hagerstown; Hagerstown, Northern (MD, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA Hagerstown is seeking a Base Assistant for the before and after school program. Under the Base Director, you will support daily activities, assist with lesson implementation, and help maintain a safe, engaging environment for children.

The role emphasizes program quality, adherence to schedules and MSDE standards, and strong relationships with families and staff. Training in First Aid/CPR and YMCA policies is required within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age.
• Ability to relate to school staff and parents professionally.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Flexible and able to adjust to changes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing unit lesson plans and daily classroom activities.
• Ensure sign-in/out by parents/guardians.
• Maintain safe, attractive learning environment.
• Organize center events (field trips, pictures).
• Follow MSDE regulations and YMCA policies.

Job description

## Description**\*BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE HOURS\*****GENERAL FUNCTION**:Under the direction of the Base Director, the Base Assistant is responsible for assisting with the daily program as it relates to children and their classroom activities. Major emphasis is on program excellence and developing quality care of the highest standard. The Base Assistant will maintain ongoing program continuity by assisting the Base Director to ensure that schedules program and facility use plans are followed and adheres MSDE regulations and standards.**LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES**:* Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.* Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experiences.* Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Assist with implementing unit lesson plans.* Assist with implementing daily classroom activity.* Ensure parents/guardians sign in and out on a daily basis.* Cultivate and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers and parents.* Maintain a safe and attractive learning environment.* Expand job knowledge and classroom skills on an ongoing basis.* Assist with organizing center events (field trips, school pictures, etc.)* Perform other tasks related to the operation of the school age center. Knows and follows established childcare policies.* The member relations aspect of this position requires that relationship building be the number one priority at all times, attending to the needs and requests of health seekers, members, and all people within the YMCA in a courteous and friendly manner.* Attend all required meetings and training.* Complete the following training within 30 days of hire: Staff Expectations, First Aid, and CPR and YMCA online training, MSDE aide orientation and Basic Health and Safety* Complete New Employee Orientation within 60 days of hire.* Keep all training as required by MSDE or the Hagerstown Y up to date.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**:* Ability to supervise children by sight and sound at all times.* Ability to move quickly to react to safety issues in the setting (i.e. climbing, aggressive behavior).* Ability to remain clam, objective and respectful in potentially stressful situations (i.e. crying upset child, upset parent, or upset staff).* Ability to be flexible and willing to adjust to change.* Ability to move around the room to assist children and supervise children with daily activities, social interaction, physical and emotional needs.* Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.* Ability to work in all elements (i.e. outside in all weather)**EFFECT ON END RESULTS**:* Meet children’s developmental needs and ensure an environment that promotes growth and learning.* The YMCA will be recognized by the community as providing excellent service to all who walk through our doors or contact us on the phone.* The YMCA will effectively connect and build relationships with its members and the community, resulting in increased member enrollment and retention.* Consistent, superior member service and satisfaction resulting in continued growth in membership, programs and special services.## Qualifications**GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:**Incumbent must be 16 years of age, and must be able to relate to school program staff and parents with a professional and positive attitude.Incumbent must have the ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.