Assistant Site Director - Woodside Y-Kids ELOP

Visit the YMCA of the East Bay Today with 5 Central Locations•Pleasant Hill, CA

About The Position

The Assistant Site Director works closely with the Site Director to ensure appropriate supervision of children and to plan and implement recreational and educational activities that support learning and promote self-esteem in small-group settings. The role shares responsibility for opening and/or closing the site and supervises teachers and aides. When the Site Director is absent, the Assistant Site Director is responsible for the smooth operation of the child care center. The position carries out its functions in keeping with the goals, policies, and mission of the YMCA of the East Bay. It includes supporting program planning and implementation, maintaining children's safety and supervision, communicating with families, assisting with snack service and site upkeep, and following licensing and mandated reporting requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Coursework that meets State of California licensing standards.
Two years of previous experience working in a professional child care or school-aged program.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and other computer programs necessary to perform the job duties.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, and Child Abuse Prevention training must be completed within 30 days of hire.
Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform the position’s essential functions and supervise program activities.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
Ability to bend and stand frequently, walk for long periods, clearly monitor activities indoors and outdoors, and quickly respond to emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in early childhood development preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Site Director in developing and implementing creative programs and age-appropriate activities in accordance with YMCA philosophies.
Operate the site in the absence of the Site Director.
Maintain supervision of and interact with the assigned group or area at all times.
Compile forms, records, and files requested by the Site Director or Program Director.
Maintain group behavioral limits according to established site standards.
Comply with safety and licensing guidelines.
Attend and actively participate in trainings offered by the YMCA and other organizations.
Assist with preparing and serving snacks.
Assist in planning the monthly activity calendar.
Maintain positive and healthy relationships with participants’ parents.
Model positive conduct and communication and maintain a physically, emotionally, and socially healthy environment for participants.
Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly program site.
Immediately confer with a supervisor about suspected child abuse and follow mandated reporting procedures.
Share responsibility for opening and/or closing the site.
Supervise teachers and aides.
Perform other duties as assigned.