Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

Dow Bay Area Family YMCA

Before & After School Program Staff

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Please fill out our Employment Application and email cover letter and resume by attaching all documents to the following form.

Job Title: Before & After School Program Staff

Reports to: Assistant Director of School Age Programs & Youth & Family Director

Compensation: $11.85 per hour & FREE Household YMCA Membership

Work Schedule: Shifts Available: Before School Monday-Friday (7am-8am) and/or After School Monday-Friday (2:30pm-6:00PM)

Status: Part-Time (up to 25 hours per week)

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Before & After School Program Staff support the work of the Y in strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position provides supervision and guidance for children in the YMCA healthy out of school time/after school program in order to provide a safe environment for the children to play, learn, grow and interact positively.

JOB DETAILS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Facilitate an environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children
  • Ensure children are signed in upon arrival and signed out by parents each day at pick up
  • Set up program supplies upon arrival and clean up room before departure
  • Plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
  • Provide assistance with homework and encourage academic progress
  • Build/maintain positive relationships with children and families served, staff, volunteers, and partner organizations in the community
  • Familiarize parents and students with After School Program policies and procedures
  • Discipline children by using appropriate methods as defined by YMCA policies and procedures. If inappropriate behavior persists, inform the Assistant Director of Youth Programs or Childcare Director
  • Use common sense and good judgement in all situations to keep children safe
  • Respond to, document and report any accidents or incidents to the Assistant Director of Youth programs or the Childcare Director immediately
  • Attend and participate in meetings and trainings with other staff and administration
  • Ensure the engagement of children in assigned group
  • Provide careful, attentive supervision, and remain alert at all times
  • Serve as a positive role model and demonstrate professional behavior

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Ability and desire to work with school age children
  • Previous experience working with youth and planning activities required
  • Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
  • Experience in creating interactive and educational activities, youth development, academic enrichment and arts
  • Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults
  • Must be capable of implementing the daily administrative, program related, and supervisory responsibilities of an after-school site
  • Flexibility, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
  • Be familiar with procedures for recognizing and reporting suspected child abuse
  • Ability to foresee problems and redirect children before an incident occurs
  • CPR certified and have basic first aid knowledge
  • Previous experience with diverse populations and ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills and basic computer skills
  • Completion of Background check, Fingerprinting and TB Test required

HOW TO APPLY:

Email cover letter and resume to Rachael England: rengland@ymcabaycity.org.

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the MEMBER SERVICE DESK or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the MEMBER SERVICE DESK.

Book Your Spot:

Reservation Reminders:

  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.
Reminders
Instructions
  • Reservations are for members only.

  • Reservations can be made up to 5 days in advance or until one hour before the class starts. If you wish to reserve a spot within one hour before class starts, please call the Member Service Desk.

  • Please be on time for your reservation. If you are late for your appointment, you will not get additional time. (e.g. your reserved lap swim time is 9am-9:45am, but you do not get in the pool until 9:20am, your reservation still ends at 9:45am.)

  • Reservations can also be made at the Member Service Desk or by calling us at 989.895.8596

  • There are daily/weekly limits on some classes/areas to give opportunities to other members. The system will let you know if your daily/weekly limit has been reached.

  • If you are unable to attend your reserved appointment, please cancel your appointment online or call the Member Service Desk.

Financial AsSistance Programs

Individuals will not be turned away from participating in programs, activities, and/or membership due to their inability to pay. The Y maintains a generous financial assistance program for youth, adults, and families who demonstrate financial need. Funding for this program is provided by fundraising events at the Dow Bay Area Family YMCA and community-wide donors.