What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kids Club Preschool Lead Assistant position at YSS?
Job Details
Job Location: United Elementary School - Boone, IA
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Kids Club Before/After-School Programs
We are YSS!
YSS is seeking an enthusiastic, caring, and fun, Kids Club Preschool Lead Staff!
The Kids Club Preschool Lead Staff will be responsible for the day-to-day operation, planning, scheduling, and programming for before and after school services at our United location. Program target population are students that are currently in the Preschool program at United School District (3 to 5 years of age). Summer programming is included along with no school days, holiday breaks, and teacher in-service days. This person will coordinate activities with other staff and volunteers to assure maximum amount of supervision. The Lead Staff is also responsible for working with the Site Supervisor help make the experience worthwhile, safe, and educational for the volunteers, staff, and participants.
- Implement day-to-day operations of the Kids Club program at the United location.
- Performs teaching duties on a daily basis, as assigned. Assists in planning field trips.
- Works with Site Supervisor in planning summer programs.
- Handles day-to-day routine matters.
- Supervises and schedules on-site staff. Finds subs when necessary.
- Works five additional hours per week outside of program time to plan and complete administrative tasks. This time may fluctuate week to week depending on early outs and no school days.
- Directly supervises children in the Kids Club program and coordinates with community resources to provide recreational and educational activities for participants.
- Meets with Site Supervisor weekly for guidance.
- Handles the planning and implementation of activities for regular days and full program days of the Kids Club program which focus on meeting goals and objectives for each group.
- Greets parents with courtesy, fields questions and collects and records tuition payments.
- Helps create the menu, prepare, and serve nutritious meals and snacks.
- Insures that children check in and check out of the Kids Club program and that only authorized parents/guardians pick up children.
- Plans and provides all-day programming for full school-length days during the school year when the teachers have an in-service day.
- Completes incident reports as necessary.
- Observes discipline policy, records participant behavior, keeps up files.
- Provides summer programming as scheduled.
- Administers assessments to participating children.
Please note that this description is not intended to be a complete list of the responsibilities required for this position. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice.
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If you can you serve as a positive role model for sustained sobriety, providing mentorship, guidance, and hope to residents, we strongly encourage you to apply for this position.
What you can expect in return...
We believe in your potential, we meet you where you are, and we invest in your future.
In addition to a welcoming workplace, collaborative and supportive colleagues, and mission-driven work that creates hope and opportunity by putting kids first, YSS offers the following benefits for this position:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Accrued PTO, plus paid time off for holidays, your birthday, and volunteering
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee recognition program
- Personal wellness programs
- Pet insurance discounts
- PSLF Program qualification
- Retirement offerings
- Training opportunities
What we ask...
We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this, we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a “Can Do” Spirit. Additionally, we ask for the following:
MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications
- Must meet the requirements for certification in childcare including a background in child development or child and family services.
- One year of related experience.
SHOULD HAVES - Preferred Qualifications
- An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in child development, education, or related field.
- Experience directing/monitoring the work of others, preferably as a teacher and supervisor
- A one-year commitment to the position is preferred.
- Knowledge of recreational and educational needs of children and the ability to organize related group activities.
- Ability to communicate, verbally and non-verbally, with excellent observational, listening, speaking, and writing skills.
- Ability to collaborate and able to work effectively with others regardless of backgrounds, identities, and status.
The IDEAL Candidate:
- Speaks a language other than English.
About YSS...
One of Iowa's oldest and largest, youth-serving, nonprofit organizations, YSS's mission is to create hope and opportunity by putting kids first. We offer education, counseling, and stability to help youth succeed. With a diverse leadership team and a new 50-acre recovery campus opening in 2024, YSS is growing and evolving to meet the needs of our communities. For more about YSS, visit https://www.yss.org/.
Helpful to Know
YSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that our strength lies in the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We strive to create an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal opportunities to succeed. Our ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion are central to our mission, and we are dedicated to continuous improvement in these areas.
YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.
Communication with applicants is done primarily via email from our Paycom system. Please check your messages regularly. If you don't see messages in your inbox, please check your spam/junk folder. If you have questions about your application, please email recruitment@yss.org.
- Application - Complete an online application at https://www.yss.org/ysscareers/.
- Assessment – Applications are reviewed for qualifications.
- Interview – Initial phone interviews or direct in-person/virtual interviews..
- References – Submit name, title, email, and phone number for three or more references.
- Pre-employment Screening – YSS conducts criminal background checks and motor vehicle checks. If applicable, professional licensure is also verified.
- Offer – Selected applicants will receive a formal offer of employment in the Paycom system.
- New Hire Meeting - You must schedule and attend this meeting before you can begin working or getting paid.
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