Assistant Group Leader
About The Position
The Assistant Group Leader represents the YMCA in a manner consistent with its mission and goals. Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, this role provides safe, motivational, and knowledgeable leadership to members, volunteers, families, and program participants. Staff are expected to champion service excellence and support and advocate for the YMCA’s mission and values. The Assistant Group Leader works closely with the Group Leader/Site Coordinator to plan and implement developmentally appropriate programming for school-aged children. The role supports children’s supervision, lesson planning, and daily attendance; helps maintain program quality and regulatory compliance; and keeps the classroom clean and safe. The Assistant Group Leader also promotes participants’ personal safety and emotional wellbeing, models the YMCA’s Character Values, reports accidents and unusual incidents with necessary documentation, and performs other responsibilities as needed.
Requirements
- Must be qualified as an EEC Assistant Group Leader.
- Maintain current CPR certification and First Aid throughout employment.
- Know, understand, and demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for school-aged children.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Be familiar with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Licensing Regulations.
- Be familiar with Massachusetts Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Standards.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant college classes in Education or a related field are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Group Leader/Site Coordinator to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Assist with supervising children, lesson planning, and daily attendance.
- Help ensure program quality and compliance with EEC Licensing Requirements, QRIS Standards, and safety regulations.
- Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the child care classroom.
- Prioritize safety and promote the personal safety and emotional wellbeing of staff, volunteers, members, students, families, and program participants using YMCA classrooms and facilities.
- Model the YMCA Character Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
- Immediately report accidents and unusual incidents to the Group Leader/Site Coordinator and complete necessary documentation.
- Perform other responsibilities necessary for the organization as required by the supervisor, remaining flexible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
