Job Information
Great Miami Valley YMCA Before and After School Group Leader in Fairfield, Ohio
SCHOOL AGE COUNCELOR
Before and After School Teacher during the school year:
18 years of age and older
Part time Position with about 15-30 hours per week
AM Shifts are between the times of: 6:30am-8am or 9:30am Monday-Friday
PM Shifts are between the times of 2:00pm or 3:30pm-6pm Monday-Friday
18 years of age and older
*250 Sign On Bonus*
Sign on Bonuses will be awarded after completion of your first 90 days
Starting wage $13.00/hour
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Branch Childcare Director and in accordance with the Christian mission and purpose of the Great Miami Valley YMCA Association, the Site Administrator is responsible for the social, physical, spiritual, and mental development of each child within their care. In accordance with ODJFS and "Step Up to Quality" standards, he or she is also responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of all activities, as well as keeping the safety and well being of children as a first priority.
GREAT MIAMI VALLEY YMCA ASSOCIATION SUMMARY:
*OUR MISSION: *To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
*OUR IMPACT: *To strengthen our community by providing opportunities to serve children, individuals, and families in a safe environment which encourages all to live healthy lives and to exhibit positive character values such as faith, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Manages, directs, and coordinates high-quality, preschool programs for assigned location(s) and implements new program activities.
Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and "Step Up to Quality" regulations as they relate to program areas.
Ensures YMCA standards are met, safety procedures are followed, and ensures the safety and well-being of children as a first priority.
Maintains child-to-staff ratio during preschool hours
Interacts with children on their individual levels of development.
Develops and implements weekly lesson plans that are effective and fit children's needs, interests, and developmental level.
Assists with planning and posting meals and snacks that meet all nutritional guidelines.
Manages and controls program budget and ensures program operates within budget and program fees are collected.
Implements marketing for the school age programs that positively impact the attendance and registration of these programs.
Registers children at site and maintains waiting list, if applicable.
Develops and maintains relationships with state child care licensing agency, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to the assigned programs.
Trains, supervises, and evaluates staff on YMCA policies and procedures regarding the center, state licensing, interactions and supervision of children, and communication with parents.
Responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Documents and reports to the Branch Child Care Director any special needs or problems of an individual child, staff, or parent(s).
Maintains the appearance of the classroom/outside areas which includes keeping supplies, materials and equipment in the rooms in a neat and orderly fashion.
Attends staff meetings and ongoing trainings (15 hours per year or 45 hours per three years to include first aide