Y Learning Center Site Assistant

YMCA Detroit; Southgate (MI); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family membership

Flexible scheduling

Family-friendly work environment

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Downriver Family YMCA in Michigan is hiring a Site Assistant for After School Care. You will support children's social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cognitive development in a safe, nurturing setting.

Plan and lead daily activities, coordinate with the Site Supervisor, and assist in setup/cleanup. Requires a high school diploma; DHS clearance, TB test, CPR/First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications within 60 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, 18+.
• Some experience supervising children is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Attends to the needs of participating children in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Plans and leads daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum.
• Sets up and cleans learning spaces and prepares materials.
• Maintains staff–child ratios and supports housekeeping tasks.
• Provides healthy snacks and completes required paperwork.
• Follows emergency procedures and drills and coordinates with staff.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Site Supervisor.

Skills

Active participation

Engagement with children

Outdoor activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MAKE AN IMPACT ON TODAY’S YOUTH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring at the Downriver Family YMCA

YMCA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

The Before and After School Care Site Assistant is responsible for general subversion and management of assigned school site, while assisting in the development of children's social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cognitive development.

SITE LOCATION PLACEMENT

The Site Assistant for the Downriver School Sites will receive their school site location, from Management, based on staff availability and levels in the area.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• At a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent is required (over 18+ years of age)
• Some experience supervising children is preferred, but not required

TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS/PREREQUISITES

• Meets state-licensing agency requirement
• Achieves DHS Clearance, with documentation, prior to starting work
• Passes TB skin test within 30 days of hire
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications within 60 days of hire

ABILITIES & SKILLS

• Ability to participate in, plan, and lead all physical activities
• Ability to sit and stand from a seated position on the floor when interacting with children
• Capability to be outside for up to 30 minutes a day, year-round

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attends to the needs of participating children at all times, while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment
• Plans and leads daily/monthly curriculum-based lesson plans and activities approved by the Site Supervisor
• Set-up and clean up physical learning environments and prepare necessary materials and supplies, ensuring all equipment and supplies meet maintenance and storage standards
• Establishes and maintains relationships with assigned school and YMCA staff and program participants through attendance of staff meetings, open houses, and PTA meetings
• Maintains appropriate staff-to-child ratios and assumes shared responsibility for housekeeping tasks
• Serves prepared healthy snacks to children and maintains required paperwork
• Has an understanding of all emergency site procedures and record drills
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by Supervisor