Summer - School Age Lead Teacher

YMCA of Greater Toledo•Sylvania, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Greater Toledo is seeking a Part-Time Summer/Seasonal School Age Child Care Lead Teacher to join their team. This role involves planning and implementing activities, leading field trips, supervising children in various camp activities like archery, canoeing, and fishing, and ensuring safety during swimming. The position also includes building relationships with children and families, communicating with parents, serving snacks, light cleaning, and keeping the group on schedule. Shifts are typically flexible, with an expected 28-35 hours per week, and availability Monday-Friday is required.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
An understanding and knowledge of children, their behavior and developmentally appropriate practices.
Enroll in CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and Prevention of Infectious Diseases. (Covered by the YMCA)
Warm and friendly personality and the willingness to interact with the children.
Meet DCY licensing qualifications in training and background check.

Nice To Haves

Prior School Age classroom/child care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement lesson plans and fun hands-on learning activities.
Lead the group through weekly field trips and ensure children are supervised.
Attend camp location, interact and supervise students during activities like archery, canoeing, and fishing.
Swim with the kids or be on deck keeping them safe during free swim and swim lessons.
Build relationships with students and their families.
Send out daily parent communication and reminders.
Play games, help kids build friendships, and be a positive role model.
Serve snacks and lunches.
Perform light cleaning to ensure the space is clean and inviting.
Keep the group on task and in line with the daily schedule.