All applicants must apply directly on our website to be considered at : https://www.ymcafunco.org/careers

Position Summary:

• All work is in-person at schools throughout Sumner County
• Schools of focus for this is: Beech Elementary School, Indian Lake Elementary, Lake side Elementary and Burrus Elementary!
• No weekends! Shift hours are 2:30-6:00pm (hours may vary based on needs of program)

Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Middle TN, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the School Age Day Care Site Director, the School Age Site Assistant is responsible for planning and implementing activities and executing daily lesson plans for the School Age Before and After School sites and Summer Programs. The School Age Site Assistant will work with other site staff to foster children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth.

Essential Functions:

• Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
• Set up and take down program space so that area is transformed into child-friendly environment; this includes moving, cleaning, picking up and putting back furniture and equipment ensuring program space is left in organized fashion
• Actively lead and engage a group of 15 to 20 (DHS maximum is 20) children in activities outlined by the Day Care Site Director either inside or outside program areas and during transition times
• Assist in planning and implementing a quality curriculum that meets YMCA guidelines for Day care site
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the program staff
• Assist in controlling and maintaining supplies and inventory on Day care School site
• Assist in monitoring licensing standards at the School Age site to ensure the maintenance of all quality standards
• Maintain positive relationships with YMCA personnel and administration and school staff
• Assist in maintaining citywide policies and procedures
• Participate in YMCA volunteer programs and the Annual Giving Campaign
• Assume duties as directed by the Site Director

Qualifications:

Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA

An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our programs

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community

· Minimum 18 years of age

· High school diploma or equivalent required

· Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative

· Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

· Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information

Certifications Required:

Before start of 1st shift:

· New Hire Orientation training

· DHS Background Disclosure Form & Fingerprint appointment

· Abuse Registry Check

· DHS Physical health form

· Proof of education

· Completed references report

· Past Employment reference

· DHS TCCOTS “Before you Begin” and “Shaken Baby” training

· Pre-service training

Within 30 days of hire:

· CPR/First Aid/AED (Infant/Pediatric)

Must maintain annual training requirements

Information Security and Sensitivity Conditions:

• This position requires elevated security permissions (administrative) to one or more systems which store or maintain sensitive and/or confidential information
• This position requires access to sensitive and confidential information
• All system activity performed by individuals working in this position is subject to periodic system audits
• This position may be subject to privileged information such as organization changes, staffing changes, security events or other sensitive communications and is expected to protect and keep sensitive or confidential communications and/or information private
• Failure to comply with any security and/or sensitivity related duties as defined in this section will result in disciplinary action which may include termination

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk on uneven surfaces; sit; handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level is usually minimal to moderate.

This description is a summary of the functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The YMCA of Middle Tennessee reserves the right to review and adjust this job description as business needs dictate.'

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person