Winter Afterschool Program Staff

Eugene Family YMCA•Eugene, OR

28d•$19 - $19

About The Position

As a Program Leader 1, you will be part of an amazing team supporting our youth development programs. You will provide childcare, homework support, enrichment & physical activities, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn. Program Leaders create positive, nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative relationships with families. Our programs and youth development staff provide quality experiences to children and parents that focus on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
Enrolled in the Child Care Division Central Background Registry (oregonearlylearning.com) and proof of enrollment
Please complete the online application right away as it will take several weeks to process
Must meet the Office of Child Care requirements for the position:
At least 240 hours of qualifying experience working with school-age children in the last five years in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program
At least an AA Degree in: Early childhood education Child development Elementary education Special education Physical education Recreation Human development Child and family studies Home economics
At least a Step 8 in the Oregon Registry
Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
The ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from all backgrounds

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with diverse populations
Bi-lingual; conversational in Spanish, French, Mandarin or Mam

Responsibilities

Acquire 15 hours of formal training or education annually (1.25 hours per month) related to childcare, of which at least 8 clock hours is in child development and 1 hour is in health, safety, and nutrition
Attend New Staff Orientation within 10 days of hire date
Follows program lesson plans and implements culturally relevant activities in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of the participants
Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior and understands positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth
Facilitates a programming environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play and welcomes children
Promotes a positive approach to supervision, communication and interactions with others; maintains ongoing communication with supervisor
Demonstrates a working knowledge of the YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures
Is up to date and follows guidelines put forth by the Office of Childcare
Checks and responds to email and other communication regularly
Actively engaged with youth and activities during the program day
Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with families, facility/school personnel, members, and coworkers
Maintains program site and equipment, assists with setup and breakdown of activity centers, and cleans program areas
Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
Respectfully relays information to families about a child's day
May guide staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children
Continue training in child development for a minimum of 1.25 hours per month
If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), you must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver's license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor, by scheduled due date
If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver's license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
Other duties as assigned
approach conversations with respect
uphold the Y's character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all interpersonal interactions
approach all people and situations with an open mind - we can never know all the many perspectives and experiences others bring with them just as they won't know yours
be accountable for the energy you bring into the conversation and into the workplace