What are the responsibilities and job description for the Power Scholars Teacher - Summer 2025 position at YMCA Of Southern Nevada?
Description
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is currently seeking qualified candidates for 21st Century Site Instructional Staff I to support our summer 2025 programming. This is a part time opportunity for licensed teachers that will come with the opportunity to impact youth in the community we serve! We welcome you to apply to join our YMCA family!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Power Scholars Teacher is responsible for overseeing and facilitating the implementation of the BellXcel Power Scholars program, as well as homework assistance, academic enrichment, and family engagement events. This position requires high energy, enthusiasm for the YMCA’s mission, and flexibility.
DATES AND HOURS:
We are now hiring for our summer 2025 programming. Summer training will be held from May 17th - 24th, and the program will begin May 27th. This position will require 3 hours per day and take place on weekday mornings or afternoons.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is currently seeking qualified candidates for 21st Century Site Instructional Staff I to support our summer 2025 programming. This is a part time opportunity for licensed teachers that will come with the opportunity to impact youth in the community we serve! We welcome you to apply to join our YMCA family!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Power Scholars Teacher is responsible for overseeing and facilitating the implementation of the BellXcel Power Scholars program, as well as homework assistance, academic enrichment, and family engagement events. This position requires high energy, enthusiasm for the YMCA’s mission, and flexibility.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is currently seeking qualified candidates for 21st Century Site Instructional Staff I to support our summer 2025 programming. This is a part time opportunity for licensed teachers that will come with the opportunity to impact youth in the community we serve! We welcome you to apply to join our YMCA family!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Power Scholars Teacher is responsible for overseeing and facilitating the implementation of the BellXcel Power Scholars program, as well as homework assistance, academic enrichment, and family engagement events. This position requires high energy, enthusiasm for the YMCA’s mission, and flexibility.
DATES AND HOURS:
We are now hiring for our summer 2025 programming. Summer training will be held from May 17th - 24th, and the program will begin May 27th. This position will require 3 hours per day and take place on weekday mornings or afternoons.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Participates in regular trainings, meetings, and staff development;
- Ensures proper implementation of the YMCA of Southern Nevada’s Youth Development policies and procedures;
- Works closely with supervisors, school administration, parents, and teachers to develop strategies for student success;
- Ensures activities are delivered as intended under the approved funding application;
- Maintains a safe and secure site location with established emergency procedures;
- Working with small groups and/or individual scholars via video conference, pre-recorded videos;
- Implement collaborative teaching strategies to a cluster of scholars;
- Support the development and delivery of relevant, engaging, and rigorous lessons;
- Ensure the academic and social development of scholars throughout the course of the program;
- Identify scholar needs and develop instructional plans and practices to best support scholars;
- Oversee attendance tracking and management;
- Oversee classroom and behavior management consistently to develop a safe and productive learning environment;
- Family outreach in support of scholars
- Performs all other duties, as assigned.
- Adheres to policies related to boundaries with children.
- Attends required abuse risk management training.
- Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adheres to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- Must have a current Teacher's License
- 1-2 years of experience facilitating out-of-school-time programming, preferably within underserved communities preferred
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, preferred
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Academic skills –proficiency in elementary math and literacy.
- Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations.
- Ability to build relationships and influence scholars, staff, community members & families remotely.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Love and respect for children.
- Working with Children within 30 days of hire.
- Current American Red Cross Certifications in CPR and First Aid within 30 days of hire
The YMCA of Southern Nevada is currently seeking qualified candidates for 21st Century Site Instructional Staff I to support our summer 2025 programming. This is a part time opportunity for licensed teachers that will come with the opportunity to impact youth in the community we serve! We welcome you to apply to join our YMCA family!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Power Scholars Teacher is responsible for overseeing and facilitating the implementation of the BellXcel Power Scholars program, as well as homework assistance, academic enrichment, and family engagement events. This position requires high energy, enthusiasm for the YMCA’s mission, and flexibility.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Participates in regular trainings, meetings, and staff development;
- Ensures proper implementation of the YMCA of Southern Nevada’s Youth Development policies and procedures;
- Works closely with supervisors, school administration, parents, and teachers to develop strategies for student success;
- Ensures activities are delivered as intended under the approved funding application;
- Maintains a safe and secure site location with established emergency procedures;
- Working with small groups and/or individual scholars via video conference, pre-recorded videos;
- Implement collaborative teaching strategies to a cluster of scholars;
- Support the development and delivery of relevant, engaging, and rigorous lessons;
- Ensure the academic and social development of scholars throughout the course of the program;
- Identify scholar needs and develop instructional plans and practices to best support scholars;
- Oversee attendance tracking and management;
- Oversee classroom and behavior management consistently to develop a safe and productive learning environment;
- Family outreach in support of scholars
- Performs all other duties, as assigned.
- Adheres to policies related to boundaries with children.
- Attends required abuse risk management training.
- Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adheres to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
- Must have a current Teacher's License
- 1-2 years of experience facilitating out-of-school-time programming, preferably within underserved communities preferred
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, preferred
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Academic skills –proficiency in elementary math and literacy.
- Commitment to teamwork and collaboration with diverse populations.
- Ability to build relationships and influence scholars, staff, community members & families remotely.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Love and respect for children.
- Working with Children within 30 days of hire.
- Current American Red Cross Certifications in CPR and First Aid within 30 days of hire
