Activity Specialist: Early Childhood (Long Island City YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York•Queens, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Long Island City YMCA is seeking an Activity Specialist who will play a critical role in providing academic enhancement and enrichment in the Early Childhood Program. The Activity Specialist will be responsible for providing a safe and positive environment for pre-school age children, to provide opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/personal growth. Specifically, the Activity Specialist will prepare and provide age-appropriate movement instruction for all children enrolled in the Early Childhood Program.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with pre-school age children.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable with working with diverse youth and adults.

Nice To Haves

College credits and formal education in Education preferred.
Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times.
Plan and implement meaningful activities that are age-appropriate, exciting, and challenging while simultaneously promoting developmentally appropriate skills.
Teach participants structured games and gross motor skills, including activities that build their level of skill and confidence.
Coordinate and present a culminating performance at the end of the program cycle, if applicable.
Work cooperatively with professional staff, teachers, and administration.
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign-in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).
Serve as a positive role model for participants.
Work with the Early Childhood Director to secure and maintain all equipment or supplies needed for classes.
Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Early Childhood Program to participants and care givers.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas of growth.
Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for all activities.
Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.