What are the responsibilities and job description for the Before and After School Enrichment Teacher - Harford County position at YMCA of Central Maryland?
Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they've made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.
Howthis role contributes to the Y's mission :
As a Senior Youth Specialist / Teacher for the Before & After School Enrichment program, you will participate in the development and delivery of fun & healthy before and after school programming for a group of school-aged children. You will contribute to the creation of an enrichment-based environment through teaching and leading that results in happy children. As a Senior Youth Specialist, you'll contribute to the Y movement by providing enrichment activities to youth and peace of mind to their parents and guardians by knowing their children are safe while they are at work. This work is right for you if you have :
- An interest in the well-being of school age children, enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
- The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children parents / guardians, members, school administration and other Y associates
- A high school diploma, certificate of high school equivalence or completed courses for credit from a college or university
- Your 45 training hours in School Age Curriculum or 1800 hours of experience working with school age children
- Your 45 training hours in Growth and Development
- A minimum of 400 hours of supervisory experience in a childcare, recreational, or educational setting, or completed one year of college, or a combination of the these
- Office of Child Care licensing requirements to include : ADA, Health and Safety and communication
- The ability to be flexible and work at multiple locations
The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.
