Afterschool Program Staff
About The Position
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit dedicated to fostering community growth through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. As a Y Afterschool Staff member, you'll play a vital role in assisting the Y Program Director in overseeing and implementing enriching programs for children aged five (5) to twelve (12). Location: The Greater Burlington Y Schedule: This position runs Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday with the program beginning at 2:00PM and ending at 6:00PM, and Wednesday 1:00pm-6:00pm with the exception of early release days (once a month) and vacation camps. The expected start date for this role is August 24, 2026.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Highschool diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to pass a federal background check and state fingerprinting.
- At least 6 months of experience working with children.
- Have reliable transportation for consistent attendance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or programmatic setting, with milestones recognized at 2,5,10,15+ years
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in any field.
- At least 3 college credits in education, child development, human services, or a related field.
- 2+ years of direct experience in special education or behavioral intervention.
- Formal training or certification experience in trauma-informed care, basic specialized care, or social work. Including completion of professional development or coursework in trauma-informed practices.
- Completion of DEI-specific training, coursework, or certification, with a minimum of 40 hours or the equivalent of a college course.
- Completion of any of the following: Vermont Afterschool Foundations Certificate, Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate, Vermont On-the-Job Training Certificate, Vermont Afterschool Professional Credential.
Responsibilities
- Maintain continuous visual and auditory supervision of participants.
- Keep spaces clean and organized.
- Take attendance, perform head counts, and execute emergency procedures as needed.
- Participate in all aspects of the program activities to include interactive sessions such as swimming or field trips.
- Deliver program content in a dynamic, fun, and relatable manner.
- Maintain all necessary professional development requirements including first aid and CPR, Vermont Orientation, and Mandated Reporting.
- Work with Director to ensure up to date documentation of personal file and Building Bright Futures Information System (BFIS) account.
- Communicate any concerns to the Y Program Director before discussing with families to ensure a unified approach.
- Be flexible and willing to substitute at other afterschool sites when needed.
- Provide valuable support in executing programming.
- Attend and actively contribute staff development meetings, offering creative ideas to enhance program quality.
- Be part of planning and executing diverse programming.
- Approach working with participants and sensitive issues with a mature and compassionate demeanor.
- Communicate with a respectful and positive attitude with staff, parents or guardians, and participants.
- Accurately maintain time cards.
Benefits
- Opportunities for learning, paid professional development, and free career advancement.
- Free Y membership and discounts on programs and camps.
- Free group exercise classes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
