School Age Site Lead - Kennedy Elementary

Perfect for a College Student or someone interested in trying out a Leadership position!! This is a seasonal position based on the school year.

Hours:

Monday through Friday, after the elementary school day. 

Must be available 2:45 - 6:00 p.m.; up to 29 hours per week

FREE Y MEMBERSHIP!

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Develops, organizes and implements high quality YMCA child care program(s).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Coordinates the school age childcare programs for Kettle Moraine YMCA including before and after school, day camp, and kid’s day out.
2. Ensures high quality programs and establishes new program activities; expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
3. Coordinates in program hours at an assigned site for school age care and directly in charge of or assists with an assigned camp location.
4. Trains, develops, and directs personnel and volunteers as needed.
5. Ensures that YMCA program standards and Wisconsin State Licensing requirements are met, and safety procedures followed.
6. Provides for upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living.
7. Develops and maintains relationships with Wisconsin state childcare licensing, school administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs; responds to all agency, parent and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
8. Maintains proper records/site files.
9. Attends and assists staff meetings, training sessions and other required meetings.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associates Degree preferred. 
2. One to two years related experience preferred in a childcare program.
3. Must be at least 18 years of age.
4. Must complete Continuing Education as required by Wisconsin State Licensing Standards
5. Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred; required within 30 days of hire.
6. The ability to relate to diverse groups of people.
7. Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
8. Must be Child Care Teacher qualified or have the ability to become Child Care Teacher qualified within 3 months of hire.

CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: