Afterschool Program Staff
About The Position
The Y is seeking passionate afterschool staff to support its mission of creating fun, diverse, and stimulating programming for Vermont’s youth aged five (5) to twelve (12). This role supports the Y's commitment to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Afterschool Staff member will assist the Y Program Director in overseeing and implementing enriching programs. The program is located at the Georgia Elementary School and runs Monday-Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with exceptions for early release days and vacation camps.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school 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.
- Participate in all aspects of program activities, including interactive sessions like 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 the Director to ensure up-to-date documentation of personal files and Building Bright Futures Information System (BFIS) accounts.
- Communicate any concerns to the Y Program Director before discussing with families.
- Be flexible and willing to substitute at other afterschool sites when needed.
- Provide valuable support in executing programming.
- Attend and actively contribute to 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
- Free Y membership
- Discounts on programs and camps
- Free group exercise classes
- Opportunities for learning
- Paid professional development
- Free career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
