Before School Age Care M-F (6 : 15-8 : 15am)

YMCA Southcoast

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title : Group Leader

Job Family : Child Care

Position Summary :

Under the direction of the Site Coordinator- Child Care, lead and supervise a designated group of children in a range of programs and activities.

Essential Functions :

• Provide activities in accordance with established Child Care Services regulations.
• Establish and promote an environment to allow child growth physically, emotionally, socially.
• Model the Y's active living standards by engaging in games and physical activities with youth.
• Make observations and assess information for inclusion in child evaluations.
• Provide open communication with parents and children to assure highest standards of care are being met.
• Participate in program planning, monitoring of participation, and evaluation of expected results.
• Participate in developing, promoting, and enforcing of established ground rules.
• Participate in maintenance of cleanliness and safety of the physical environment.

YMCA Competencies :

People Oriented : Seeks first to understand the other's point of view; remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative in developing others.

Results Oriented : Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establishes goals, clarifies work, and participates in meetings.

Personal Development Oriented : Accurately assess personal feelings, strengths and limitations, and how they impact relationships.

Pursues self-development that enhance job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change; seeks opportunities in the change process.

Qualifications :

Physical Demands :

Compensation : $15.50 - $16.25 per hour

Salary : $16 - $16