Overview

Assists in the day-to-day responsibilities at a before and after school age site in accordance with licensing and YMCA standards. With a focus on safety, health, social growth and academic enhancement, Y Club before and after school gives kindergartners through sixth graders a safe, supportive and fun environment to learn, develop interests and make friends.

Sign-On Bonus: $500*

Hourly Rates

Minimum $15.00/hour

increases to rates are case-by-case based on experience and education relevant to to the field of youth development

Benefits Include

• Competitive Benefits Package
• Free YMCA Membership
• Leadership Development Opportunities and Professional Development
• Flexible Schedule

*Sign On Bonus is for new associates and is paid in two increments after the first paycheck.

OUR CULTURE: 

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. It’s who we are, who we aspire to be and how we show up every day. We are cause-driven. We don’t just show up, we show up with purpose. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Responsibilities

• Prepares weekly/monthly activity plans for an assigned program according to established educational and environmental standards set by state licensing and the YMCA and direct supervisor.

• Collects and helps site supervisor in maintaining accurate family accounts.

• Be prompt and dependable to work scheduled hours.

• Assists in monitoring hours and adjustment forms of staff under his/her supervision in a timely manner.

• Manages staff-to-child ratios within licensing standards and according to YMCA policies for site coverage.

• Communicates supply and equipment requests accurately and in a timely manner.

• Insures that the program is operated in a safe and purposeful manner, insuring that all licensing and YMCA guidelines are met or exceeded.

• Assists in maintaining accurate attendance, financial, and sign-in/sign-out records and follow up on absent children.

• Assists in maintaining all aspects of paperwork required at the site, required by licensing and the YMCA.
• Adheres to YMCA policies and site specific system for supervision.

• Communicates important program issues and information to supervisor(s), as well as site staff.

• Performs duties of Site Supervisor during Site Supervisor’s absence, if called upon.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Associates degree, either in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or Psychology or sufficient college coursework/credits or six-months to one-year experience.
• Preferred to have the qualifications for a qualified director in the State of Missouri, holding a license for the capacity of the program.
• Requires an understanding and application of principles of quality school-age development and programming.
• Public relations and leadership skills in working with program parents, principal and staff in school, state licensing representatives and site staff.
• Sensitivity to clientele and staff representing a variety of family, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Active involvement with and supervision of children requiring physical stamina, alertness and emotional stability.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Commitment and desire to provide quality child care services at all levels.
• Knowledge of state licensing standards and commitment to adhere to said standards.
• Tuberculosis Test Risk Assessment and State Health Assessment form within 30 days (in MO).