School Age Staff, Springfield YMCA

Community YMCA • Springfield Township, PA

5h • $13 - $18

About The Position

The Springfield YMCA is seeking creative and versatile staff to work directly with its kindergarten program. The role involves working collaboratively with a team, creating a safe environment, and applying knowledge of child development and DHS requirements. Staff support classrooms and activities at the YMCA and supervise children during bus runs to and from their half-day kindergarten program.

Available shifts and essential functions include 7:00am–9:30am, 11:00am–1:00pm, and 2:30pm–4:30pm. Responsibilities also include maintaining a safe, healthy, and well-supervised classroom; using positive guidance aligned with YMCA core values; building relationships with families and communicating children’s progress; maintaining required records; collaborating with Assistant Teachers; attending meetings and trainings; and following supervision, safety, and mandated reporter policies.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18.
• Associate’s Degree with 30 credits in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Two years (2,500 hours) of documented experience working with children.
• CPR/AED and Pediatric First Aid certification, or ability to obtain them within 15 days.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commitment to professional growth and working with diverse populations.
• Ability to lift 15–50 pounds.
• Ability to actively supervise children and respond to safety needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the program, lead games and activities, escort children by bus to their half-day kindergarten program, return to the Springfield YMCA by bus, and assist teachers on site.
• Support classrooms at the YMCA and assist with supervision for mid-day bus runs.
• Lead and facilitate engaging, age-appropriate games and activities that support learning through play and movement.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and well-supervised classroom environment.
• Use positive guidance strategies aligned with YMCA core values.
• Build strong relationships with families and communicate children’s progress.
• Maintain required documentation, including attendance, assessments, and incident reports.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and attend required meetings and trainings.
• Follow supervision, safety, and mandated reporter policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree