School - Age Asst. Group Leader

South Shore YMCA•Hanover, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Before and After School Assistant Group Leader helps implement classroom curriculum, provides homework assistance, and supports a safe, healthy, engaging, and nurturing Afterschool environment. This opening serves the Emilson Y branch, covering Norwell and Scituate program locations. Days are full of hands-on engagement, from morning activities to after-school homework help, gross motor play, and arts and crafts.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Reliable transportation required, comfortable and able to work across more than one location as needed.
Must pass background check: EEC background check including fingerprinting.
Knowledge of EEC regulations.
Strong relationship-building skills with staff, children, families, and volunteers; positive, professional approach to family needs.
EEC Professional Development requirements; PQ Registry current, reflecting all PD hours, trainings, and college-level coursework.
Must pass and maintain EEC CORI/SORI background checks (employer reimbursed).

Nice To Haves

Experience with school-age children and EEC regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and executing programs meeting EEC/HEPA/QRIS/CACFP standards and children's needs; help accommodate children with disabilities per EEC and ADA.
Assist in supervising program participants per EEC/QRIS standards; communicate staff-related requirements to your supervisor.
Build family relationships, assist with inquiries, and help recruit new families.
Help keep program facilities and equipment safe, clean, and well maintained.
Assist in engaging volunteers.
Support YMCA fundraising activities and community partnerships.