Afterschool Program Lead

Afterschool Program Lead The School’s Out Program Lead is responsible for the daily supervision of after-school and holiday program participants grades K-5. The person in this role is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of all program components and program activities in the School’s Out program. The Lead guides the academic and social development of children; ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment. Group Leads use a variety of resources, provided by the School Age Manager/Coordinator to introduce new skills throughout the execution of activities. To accomplish this, Group Leads are required to participate in ongoing professional development and planning sessions with the School Age Manager/Coordinator on a scheduled basis. Salary Range: $16.00 – $16.575 per hour Department: Children’s Center Employment Type: Temporary Hourly Seasonal – Non-Exempt Days/Hours: Monday – Friday/ 2:30 – 6:00 p.m., 17-20 per week Experience/Education/Certification Requirements: Must be at least 19 years of age or older. High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Thirty semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credit from an accredited college or university with six semester hours (or 9 quarter hours) related to school age child care, child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation, camping, or other related fields. OR 1560 clock hours of experience in a recreational program or licensed day care center serving school-age children or a license exempt school-age childcare program operated by a public or private school. In addition to 6 semester hours (or 9 quarter hours) of credit from an accredited college or university related to school-age child care, child development, elementary education, physical education, recreation, camping or other related fields. OR A high school diploma or equivalency certificate plus 3120 clock hours of experience in a recreational program kindergarten, or licensed day care center serving school-age children or a license exempt school-age childcare program operated by a public or private school. Exceptional group management, problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Experience in creating interactive and educational/artistic 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. To apply, send resume to: mannyl@mcgawymca.org and chandap@mcgawymca.org