Y Learning Center Site Assistant

YMCA Detroit•Southgate, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Before and After School Care Site Assistant supports the general supervision and management of an assigned school site while helping foster children’s social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cognitive development. Management assigns the Downriver school site based on staff availability and staffing levels in the area. The role involves caring for children in a safe, nurturing environment; planning and leading approved activities; preparing and maintaining learning spaces and supplies; and working with school staff, YMCA staff, and families. The position requires participation in physical activities, the ability to sit and stand from the floor while interacting with children, and the ability to spend up to 30 minutes outdoors each day throughout the year.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; applicants must be over 18 years of age.
Meet state licensing agency requirements.
Obtain DHS clearance and provide documentation before starting work.
Pass a TB skin test within 30 days of hire.
Obtain CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications within 60 days of hire.
Ability to participate in, plan, and lead physical activities.
Ability to sit and stand from a seated position on the floor while interacting with children.
Ability to be outdoors for up to 30 minutes a day, year-round.

Nice To Haves

Some experience supervising children is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Attend to participating children’s needs at all times and maintain a safe, nurturing environment.
Plan and lead daily and monthly curriculum-based lesson plans and activities approved by the Site Supervisor.
Set up and clean learning environments and prepare materials and supplies; ensure equipment and supplies meet maintenance and storage standards.
Build and maintain relationships with assigned school and YMCA staff and program participants by attending staff meetings, open houses, and PTA meetings.
Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and share housekeeping responsibilities.
Serve prepared healthy snacks and maintain required paperwork.
Understand emergency site procedures and record drills.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.