Youth Development Teacher - Escondido

YMCA of San Diego County•Encinitas, CA

12d•$20 - $24

About The Position

The Youth Development Teacher works directly with youth in a Community Care Licensed before and/or after-school setting at either a YMCA facility or a local elementary school site. As part of a team, they impact youth’s lives by helping youth learn, grow, and develop. By exemplifying and teaching skills through both formal and informal lessons, in a safe and supportive environment, the Youth Development Teacher leads youth in becoming great citizens. Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, the Youth Development Teacher leads the program management and supervision of a group of children 5-12 years of age, along with the planning, implementation, and facilitation of activities and events for participants. For more on Y Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older and a high school graduate.
Completion, with passing grades, of 12 units in Child Development (CD) or related field. (Related fields can include: Arts, Early Childhood Education, Education, Humanities, Physical Education, Psychology, Recreation, Sociology, and Theater)
Completion, with passing grades, of 6 units with 6 more units of current enrollment in Child Development or related field will be considered.
Criminal record clearance in accordance with YMCA and Community Care Licensing guidelines.
Successfully pass a physical exam and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of hire. (TB test results need to be current within 1 year.)
Must provide proof of measles (MMR), pertussis (TDap), and influenza immunizations within 7 days of hire. (TDap needs to be current within 10 years, MMR does not need to be renewed.)
Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire, unless specified otherwise on contract, and must be from one of the following: American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health Institute

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 6 months working in a child and youth development, education, or comparable setting preferred
Basic computer skills and ability to speak, read, and write the English language. Additional languages are highly desirable
Must have a sincere interest in working with children 5-12 years of age and the ability to relate to children and adults in a professional manner

Responsibilities

Implement age-appropriate program activities that engage students in active and meaningful experiences and in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA of San Diego County
Actively supervise program participants, ensuring their guidance and safety at all times
Communicate in a timely, positive and professional manner with all participants, families, school and district personnel, and community partners
Collaborate with school personnel and program partners to align high quality academic activities and coordinate student services
Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all students
Ensure that program meets the requirements of the YMCA of San Diego County
Perform daily duties that ensure space is properly maintained, organized, clean, and safe
Follow emergency procedures appropriately to ensure the safety of the participants and staff
Provide leadership to all assigned YMCA Youth Development Aide
Must be highly dependable and have the ability to be flexible with change within a daily schedule
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act in an emergency situation
Physical ability to lead sports, games and curriculum activities, monitor youth behavior, and perform general housekeeping responsibilities