Job description

Before and After School Leaders
LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, NJ
Description

Do you have talents to share, and want to make an impact on the lives of children? We're inviting people with passion and enthusiasm to join our School Age Child Care team, where you'll have the opportunity to motivate, inspire, and make a difference. At the Y, we're strengthening communities through our mission, core values, and a culture of service. Join us!

• Do you like to play sports? Lead games and teach teamwork to our young athletes!

• Do you like art? Lead arts and crafts projects for our young artists!

• Do you like teaching? Provide homework help for our young students!

• Do you like music? Sing songs or lead dance with our young musicians!

• Do you like science? Lead some experiments with our young scientists!

You can share your gifts with children and make a difference. Apply today to learn more about how to join our team!

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the safety of all children assigned to his/her group by following the supervision standards in the Code of Conduct and Licensing Requirements. Maintain constant head counts when transitioning between activities. Provide restroom supervision and ensure children wash their hands after using the rest room.
• Lead and support the implementation of program activities including running or participating in CATCH, Healthy U, helping with snack and providing homework support as assigned. Use resources available to deliver activities that meet the purpose and vision of the Y Program and according to assigned curriculum, including 30 minutes of CATCH activities each day.
• Follow YMCA protocols for dealing with First-Aid and emergency situations. Participate in monthly safety drills.
• Use positive group management techniques. Anticipate and deal with behavior problems in accordance with YMCA's Discipline and Expulsion Policy.
• Build professional relationships with children, their families and school personnel.
• Represent the YMCA in a positive manner in all interactions, including participants and their families, and school personnel. Function as a positive role model and set a positive example through behavior.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary program environment by ensuring supplies, equipment and tables are cleaned before and after snack or activities. Assist with snack set up/clean up. Ensure children wash their hands before snack. Report any maintenance issues, or supply and equipment needs to the Site Supervisor.
• Promote Y Programs and Camps to families. Assist with planning and implementation of special events, including Annual Campaign.
• Attend all YMCA training and meetings as requested. Maintain certifications necessary for the position throughout the program.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested and necessary.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Township of Lawrence, NJ 08648: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work 7:00 to 8:30 am Monday to Friday?
• Are you available to work 3:00 to 6:30 pm Monday to Friday?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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