Safe Sitter Instructor

Young Mens Christian Association•Edwardsville, IL

2d•$14•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Arts and Humanities Coordinator and in accordance with the Christian principles of the YMCA, the Safe Sitter instructor will provide instruction to children ages 11 to 14 in accordance with the Safe Sitter organization’s required online training. Staff members will establish and maintain supportive relationships with the children and parents and provide a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintain a professional, respectful, positive attitude towards employees, members, and participants in YMCA programs. Exemplify the core mission values of the YMCA while performing all duties. Complete required YMCA training according to the Edwardsville YMCA employee policy. Complete the required Safe Sitter online training to obtain instructor certification. Use positive discipline and guidance techniques. Arrive on time for each assigned shift. Give full focus to the children, free of distractions such as cell phones and personal issues. Update the Arts and Humanities Coordinator on any important developments regarding the child or parent of a child in the program. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities. Other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Previous experience working with children, preferably in an instructional setting
Excellent classroom management skills
Ability to teach from the provided Safe Sitter manual and supplemental material as mandated
Display superior relationship-building skills and communicate effectively with a diverse group of employees, volunteers, children, and parents.
First Aid and CPR certifications
Favorable criminal background check
Complete required Safe Sitter certification training.
Complete required YMCA training according to Edwardsville YMCA employee policy.
Sufficient mobility to plan, lead and participate in activities, and perform additional duties of the position.
Must have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to respond swiftly in an emergency situation.
Must be able to coordinate tasks simultaneously and handle tension and stress in a positive manner

Responsibilities

Maintain a professional, respectful, positive attitude towards employees, members, and participants in YMCA programs.
Exemplify the core mission values of the YMCA while performing all duties.
Complete required YMCA training according to the Edwardsville YMCA employee policy.
Complete the required Safe Sitter online training to obtain instructor certification.
Use positive discipline and guidance techniques.
Arrive on time for each assigned shift.
Give full focus to the children, free of distractions such as cell phones and personal issues.
Update the Arts and Humanities Coordinator on any important developments regarding the child or parent of a child in the program.
Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
Other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.