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Job DescriptionESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:
Implement curriculum on a daily basis
Assist youth with homework
Keep safety of children as a first priority. Emphasizes personal safety and emotional well being with the children, families and other staff at all times.
By personal example, helps to interpret the quality of the YMCA character values of children, staff and families.
Must be a positive role model.
Uses positive and constructive methods of behavior guidance and ensures that all staff does the same.
Supervises children to ensure safety and appropriate behavior and manage transitions smoothly.
Works to meet daily duties/needs of the program and to be responsible for making sure that materials are read for use and put away at he end of the day.
Implements a variety of recreational and educational programs that emphasize group participation and character development
Provides activities that foster creativity and awareness of various cultural, educational, recreational, environmental and social issues.
Maintains accurate attendance records daily. Stays alert to children’s needs
Frequently takes face counts at he beginning, during and at the end of each activity period.
Reports all accidents and unusual incidents immediately and assists with necessary documentation.
Attends all staff meetings, training sessions and program special events.
Participates in at least twenty hours of training per year.
Abides by the established EEC/YMA OST policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines. Don’t be afraid to ask when in doubt.
Performs other duties as required by supervisor (remain flexible)
YMCA Competencies (Leader):Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders.Collaboration: Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Has strong communications skills and uses them to communicate with all members and supervisors. Has an expectation of quality and consistency from self and others.Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Ensures continuous personal improvement.Personal Growth: Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills.RequirementsREQUIRED TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS:¨ High School Diploma preferred¨ Minimum one (1) year working with school age children and at least six (6) months experience working with youth ages 5-14¨ Ability to work independently and as a member of a team¨ CPR and First Aid certified
