Child Care Before & After School Group Leader

YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley•Bettendorf, IA

12d•$14

About The Position

Audrey M., Before/After School Group Leader says, "I enjoy working in this program because the staff are super fun to work with and there is never a boring day with the kids. I have earned so many new games, been given crazy nicknames, made lots of crafts, and overall just have a great time through this job." SCHEDULE: Employment can be during school year or year round, shifts available for morning or afternoon only, but prefer both. Employment can be full time during the summer for summer branch day camps. Split shifts during school year. Split Shifts before and after school hours in Bettendorf or Pleasant Valley Elementary Schools. The schedule below shows what the hours could be depending upon which school assigned to. Bettendorf Elementary Schools: Split Shift Mornings: 6:30am to 8:05am M-F; Afternoons: 3:15pm to 6:00pm M/T/Th/F; 1:45 pm to 6:00 pm W PV Elementary Schools: Split Shift Mornings: 6:30am to 8:05am M-F; Afternoons: 2:45pm to 6:00pm M-F and every other W 1:15pm to 6:00 pm PAY RATE: $14.00 The Child Care Group Leader is responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of each child enrolled in the program, demonstrates leadership, and shows active participation in the program activities.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain CPR/AED/FA certification (classes provided through the YMCA)
Pass a state mandated background check for child care workers.
This position is open to candidates 16 years of age and older.
We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and adheres to our mission.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision to children in the program.
Communicate appropriately with supervisor, participants, parents, coworkers and school staff.
Ensure safety to all participants, including knowledge of emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment.
Maintain and ensure a clean and safe program area.
Prepare incident reports accurately, consistently and in accordance with established guidelines.
Adhere to all State of Iowa required certifications and regulations for license child care programs.