Assistant Group Supervisor

YMCA OF READING & BERKS CO • Reading, PA

1d • $13 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Group Supervisor is responsible for all operations of the classroom including planning and implementing appropriate activities, following the daily schedules, supervising and coordinating activities with the classroom aides and/or volunteers. This role requires adherence to YMCA Personnel and Child Care Policies, State Regulations for Child Care Centers, and the Character Traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The Assistant Group Supervisor must report concerns to the Center Director, establish and model appropriate classroom management skills, and ensure the safety and well-being of all children through appropriate supervision and interactions. Behavior management through positive guidance, redirection, and conflict resolution is essential, as is establishing and consistently following a set of reasonable limits and consequences. The role involves assisting the Center Director in carrying out activities related to positive outcomes for children, parents, and staff, and participating fully in all center activities. Maintaining an orderly classroom and center environment, communicating with parents, reporting parent concerns to the Group Supervisor, and maintaining confidentiality of records are also key responsibilities. The Assistant Group Supervisor will coordinate and plan with other teachers to ensure proper staffing ratios and assist in maintaining and submitting program records such as lesson plans. Attendance at staff meetings and trainings, maintaining PDR, and ensuring completion of required training hours are necessary. The role may also involve assisting the Center Director or Group Supervisor with other duties to maintain quality child care.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field.
• A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, including 600 or more hours of secondary training described in 3270.31 (c)
• A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or a human services field and 1 year of experience with children
• A high school diploma or a general education development certificate and completion of a post-secondary training curriculum described in 3270.31 (c)
• A high school diploma or a general education development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
• The ability to meet the requirements of the Pennsylvania Code Title 55 Chapter 3270 Public Welfare Group Supervisor and/or Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications and responsibilities
• Ability to communicate positively and professionally, both written and spoken, using the English Language
• Lift items weighing up to 60 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• The ability to reach a child from a distance of 30 feet in 10 seconds without danger to his/her health
• Ability to demonstrate good decision making skills, intelligence, flexibility, emotional maturity, a positive outlook, enthusiasm, and a professional attitude towards all families and staff
• Willingness to work with others including all staff members, children and parents

Nice To Haves

• Perfect for education majors, retirees, or anyone who enjoys working with kids!

Responsibilities

• Conduct the duties of this position in a manner that is consistent with and follows all YMCA Personnel and Child Care Policies; including the State Regulations for Child Care Centers, the Character Traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Attend trainings, be familiar with and adhere to policies relating to Risk Management
• Report all concerns regarding the children, program and co-workers to the Center Director in a timely manner.
• Establish and model appropriate classroom management skills and techniques.
• Ensure the safety and well being of all children in the program by providing appropriate supervision and interactions.
• Manage behaviors through positive guidance, re-direction and conflict resolution.
• Establish a set of reasonable limits and consequences and follow them through consistently.
• Assist the Center Director in carrying out activities relating to ensuring and measuring positive outcomes for children, parents and staff.
• Participate fully in all center activities including but not limited to field trips, swimming and food service
• Maintain an orderly arrangement and appearance of the classroom, center and/or areas utilized by the program by cleaning, sweeping, wiping tables, vacuuming, or other duties specified by the Center Director
• Communicate and greet parents. Report parent concerns to Group Supervisor.
• Maintain the confidentiality of children’s records and other pertinent information
• Coordinate and plan with other teachers; schedules, breaks, activities while being sure ratios are maintained.
• Assist in maintaining and submitting program records such as lesson plans
• Attend staff meetings, trainings and other opportunities for professional development; maintain PDR and be sure training hours as governed by the State Regulations and STARS program are completed.
• Assist the Center Director or Group Supervisor with any other duties required or asked to maintain and provide quality child care.

Benefits

• Split Shift Bonus - Earn up to $3/hour extra for covering both morning & afternoon care
• Flexible Schedule - Great for students, parents, or anyone who needs mid-day free
• Free YMCA Membership - Stay active and save money
• Child Care Discounts - For your own kids in our programs
• Paid Time Off - Even part-time staff start earning right away
• Growth Opportunities - Get paid training, earn credentials, and grow your career
• Supportive Environment - Be part of a mission-driven team that values caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED