Program Staff-21st Century-KY/OH Schools

Key Responsibilities 

•        Assists with the day-to-day operation of the site, meeting all state, local, and YMCA standards.
•        Maintains accurate classroom records as assigned, within state, local and YMCA standards.
•        Follows program curriculum in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of the participants.
•        Responsible for maintaining scheduled staff-to-child ratios, as specified by the 21st century grant by providing attentive and alert supervision.
•        Manages the classroom’s resources responsibly.
•        Assists in implementing program curriculum, activities, experiences, and routines, under the guidance of the 21^st Century Site Coordinator and 21st Century Teachers.
•        Facilitates a high quality program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children.
•        Assists in facilitating a positive site environment and the development of self-control in children using positive guidance techniques; expectations match and respect children’s developing capabilities.
•        Upholds the Association’s Child Protection policies, child abuse and neglect guidelines, and proper reporting procedures are always upheld.
•        This job description may not be all inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as necessary or assigned/directed by management.  Job description and duties may be modified.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older preferred. If under 18, will always work alongside an adult staff member.
• High School Diploma or have completed a GED program approved by the State Department of Human Services or the State Board of Education
• Must possess current CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain.
• Must possess and demonstrate ability to engage in all activities associated with the daily care, activities, and routines of the program’s children including but not limited to: interacting with children at floor level, physical education activities such as running, jumping, etc., lifting children and or equipment, and participating in outdoor activities, field trips and swimming as needed
• Must possess oral, auditory, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults, including communicating with the 21^st Century Site Coordinator, 21^st Century Teachers, and other staff members.