Lead Before and After School Instructor-Northshore School District (Fernwood Elementary)

YMCA of Greater Seattle•Bothell, WA

39d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will guide elementary age participants through sports, arts, STEM, and other hands-on learning activities at a Y Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) program which is designed to provide a safe and caring place for students outside of the classroom. You will support the program supervisor and help teach teamwork and social emotional learning to kids as they grow and learn all while encouraging skill building, creative exploration, physical activity, and most of all, fun. Lead instructors will also be supporting our Play Everyday Program 2 - 4 days per week during the middle of the day which is a recess based program at their school. This is a Full-Time Onsite Position. Monday - Friday 6:45am - start of school Monday - Friday end of school - 6:00pm The Y also provides full day programing on non school days and early release days. Lead instructors will also provide 2 days of Play Everyday Support from 10:30am - 1:30pm. Schedules vary by school and will be set up by the onsite supervisor.

Requirements

18 years of age or older.
2 or more years' experience with children; camps, child care, tutoring, and nannying.
Ability to model and demonstrate Y values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
Experience planning and implementing group activities
Have completed 12 credits of 100-level or above college-level coursework and have a GED or high school diploma.
Completion of minimum STARS required training
Certification in CPR/First aid
We require pre-employment TB tests and MMR vaccination. To make this process convenient for our new hires, we offer Concentra options at no cost to you.
Food worker card.
Cleared Portable Background Check in the statewide registry MERIT.
At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 30 days after employment.)
At hire, or during onboarding for position.

Nice To Haves

21 years of age or older
Leadership or supervisory experience (1-2 years)
Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
Ability to speak any language in addition to English.
Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum provided by the YDCoE.
Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children.
Professionally communicates day-to-day, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
Assists in maintaining developmentally appropriate site including appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.
May prepare and serve snacks. Cleans snack area.
Assists at Check in or out for parents.
Assumes responsibility for program operation when DCYF designated and qualified staff is not on premises.
Provides onsite support for the school based Play Everyday Program at the school.
Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Retirement with generous employer contributions
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services.
Some benefits only available to full-time staff

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