2023-2024 School Year: Alexander Group Teacher (formerly Child Care Aide)

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2023-2024 School Year: Alexander Group Teacher (formerly Child Care Aide)

Location:

Alexander, NY

Description:

SIGN ON BONUS! POSITION DATES: September through June - in accordance with Alexander Elementary School District Calendar. (Supplemental summer work available through Summer Camp and/or Summer Recreation) POSITION SHIFTS: Monday-Friday 6:30am-9:00am & 2:45pm-6pm. Additionally, available for staff meetings/trainings (scheduled in advance) POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Before and After school Site Director, Group Teachers will provide direction to children, assist in implementation of the program curriculum, staff are responsible for the overall safety and well-being of children in the program. Provides a quality experience to children and families that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. This is a part-time position that averages less than 30 hours per week. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Designs and implements daily or weekly lesson/activity plans or curriculum within established guidelines. Build enthusiasm for activities and programs. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child. Maintains program site and equipment. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training. To promote the physical, intellectual, social, cultural, and emotional well-being of the children. Work with site or county-wide team to plan and implement activities. Provide direct leadership to the assigned group(s) and maintain constant visual contact with all assigned children. Participate in daily activities and aid the children in completing tasks, including land and water-based activities. Assist in assessing child abilities and developmental stages. Complete required documentation regarding attendance, health and wellness, sign-in and sign-out, and other items as assigned. Notify families if children are not in attendance. Keep the program areas neat and organized. Follow all safety procedures. Follow all regulating agency and YMCA child care policies, regulations and procedures. Maintain friendly, positive and professional relationships with children, families, school & day care partners and other YMCA staff. Project a positive image of the YMCA and the Day Care program. Follow work site requirements regarding punctuality, appropriate dress, staff meeting attendance, etc. Carry out tasks as assigned by the Site or Child Care Director. Assist in program and YMCA recruitment and special events. Work YMCA Camp Days and alternate program locations as scheduled. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's 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: Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law. School Age Child Care Clearance per NYS regulations as required. High School diploma or GED preferred and two years direct experience working with children under 13 years of age. Associate degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and New Employee Orientation and Child Abuse prevention training within 60 days of hire date. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities. Vision, hearing, speech, and movement abilities in order to provide safe supervision of children at all times. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities

Company:

Glow Ymca

Posted:

April 15 on ApplicantPro, TalentPlusHire

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2023-2024 School Year: Alexander Group Teacher (formerly Child Care Aide)

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