Site Supervisor- J.Andrew Morrow Elementary SACC

The River Valley Regional YMCA Careers•Towanda, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Supervisor is responsible for a designated room or area within a local elementary school, typically working a split shift and responsible for opening and closing the site. This role involves planning, implementing, and supervising daily activities for school-age children in a before and after school child care setting. The Site Supervisor will foster positive relationships with children, parents, school teachers, and school district personnel. The position can be a nine-month role following the school district's year, a three-month summer program, or both. The School Age Site Supervisor also supervises assistant teachers and ensures the safety and well-being of all staff.

Requirements

Completion of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and/or teaching certification in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or Elementary Education OR the completion of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree, or its equivalent, in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or Elementary Education the completion of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university with a CDA and two (2) years' work experience related to the care and development of children.
Compliance with Act 33, to include documentation of Child Abuse History (Form CY-113) and Criminal History (Form SP4-164) and FBI fingerprinting.
Biennial physical examination and initial TB (Mantoux) Test and freedom from any infectious or communicable disease.
Ability to work with and relate well to young children and coworkers.
Ability to supervise adults.
Successfully complete the New Staff Orientation and mandated reporter training before starting in the classroom.
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date.
Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
Previous experience with diverse populations.
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate program using the YMCA School Age Care Curriculum.
Prepare and execute weekly lesson plans based on themes, documenting appropriate learning standards.
Be aware of and responsive to various ages, developmental levels, and interests of enrolled children when planning activities.
Provide daily opportunity for outdoor activity (weather permitting).
Plan and implement a minimum of one structured activity per day.
Set rules and limits with all children and post in a prominent location.
Establish discipline techniques that are firm, consistent, and fair to all children.
Identify children who may have special needs and assist the child in gaining acceptance among peers.
Use positive approaches to help children behave constructively.
Have meaningful interactions with children on a consistent and regular basis.
Provide a variety of choices, experiences, and opportunities for all children.
Demonstrate characteristics of a positive role model.
Prepare and distribute a monthly newsletter for parents.
Conduct parent conferences within 45 days of enrollment, at least twice during the school year and as needed.
Respond to questions, concerns, or complaints in a professional and timely manner.
Share pertinent program and child information with parents and/or the school district on a regular basis.
Conduct biannual formal evaluations of assistant teacher(s) providing guidance, direction, and support.
Work cooperatively to assign duties and responsibilities of all staff.
Communicate and work cooperatively as a team to promote the site in a positive fashion.
Conduct staff conferences when necessary to identify problems and seek solutions.
Actively involve and solicit input/ideas of assistant teacher(s) into program planning and development.
Accurately record and maintain weekly and monthly attendance and meal counts.
Plan monthly breakfast and snack menus according to the CACFP guidelines.
Utilize the ADP time system or maintain an accurate time sheet, calculating and approving assistant teacher time sheets if necessary.
Submit weekly attendance and payments to the school age director.
Submit monthly attendance and meal counts, menus, lesson plans, accident reports, illness tracking forms, and health and safety checklists.
Report accidents to the school age director immediately by phone and submit written reports within 24 hours.
Report changes in addresses, phone numbers, place of employment, and emergency contact numbers to the school age director.
Supervise children in all settings and at all times, being aware of the number of children in care.
Eat with children, modeling proper table manners and sharing the same menu.
Safely escort children to and from school, where applicable.
Ensure strict confidentiality of any and all pertinent information concerning children and their families.
Administer First Aid as necessary.
Maintain a properly stocked First Aid Kit.
Check the school office and phone the parent if an after school child who normally attends does not come to a designated meeting place.
Administer medication if necessary and record on a daily medication log.
Conduct and record fire drills every 60 days (at a minimum).
Be aware of and carry out all licensing requirements as outlined in DHS’s Licensing Handbook for Child Care Centers.
Ensure that emergency contact sheets are updated every 6 months and any changes are reported to the school age director.
Ensure that emergency information and the First Aid Kit accompany children at all times when leaving the premises.
Obtain food from the YMCA and order any additional food from the cook, ensuring proper notice and pickup.
Maintain neatness and cleanliness of the SACC area and assist with maintaining classroom cleanliness.
Attend and participate in a monthly staff meeting.
Attend and participate in all required trainings.
Secure the building at sites which have keys to open and close.
Maintain appropriate levels of supplies at the site.
Prepare and serve daily breakfast and snacks following the CACFP guidelines.
Complete a quarterly service project.
Maintain accurate and complete records and files on enrolled children including physicals, immunizations, emergency contacts, and parental consents.
Control unauthorized access and use of program food, supplies, and equipment.
Maintain inventory of all site equipment, toys, games, and materials.
Maintain petty cash account, process receipts with petty cash slips, and identify items purchased and intended use.
Be available to work on school scheduled inservice days and vacations, snow delays, early dismissals, and school closings as required by the school age director.
Assure the site is operated within YMCA Child Care Services guidelines and in accordance with contractual agreements at each site.
Follow appropriate dress code set forth by the agency.
Adhere to policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Policy and Procedure Manual.