Before & after School Group Leader - Middletown

Before & after School Group Leader

FSLA: Non-Exempt

Status: Part-Time, 15-30 hours/week

Pay: $13/hour

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

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Executive Childcare Director, the Group Leader 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.

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 childcare 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, communicable disease recognition and prevention, CPR and child development classes.)
  
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Associate’s degree in child development, Education or related field.
• Certifications: Current First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention and CPR certifications or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Two years related experience as a coordinator or supervisor or childcare programs preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Possess knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages of a child.
• Have a valid driver’s license and capable of driving to multiple site locations.
• Have proficient computer skills.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
  
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) while maintain alertness for long periods of time.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Must be creative and enthusiastic to staff and program participants.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with families, children, and other staff.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
• Ability to maintain emotional control and composure in turbulent, challenging and changing conditions.