ASSISTANT GROUP LEADERPosition Summary:Under the direction of the Group Leader- After School, assist in the supervision of a group of children in a range of programs and activities.Essential Functions:
- Participate in providing activities in accordance with established Child Care Services regulations.
- Model the Y’s healthy eating standards by consuming HEPA compliant foods and beverages during meal and snack times; and avoiding consumption of food and beverages during other program times.
- Model the Y’s active living standards by engaging in games and physical activities with youth.
- Assist in the establishment and promotion of an environment conducive to child growth physically, emotionally, socially.
- Make observations and assess information for inclusion in child evaluations.
- Communicate as required with parents and children to assure highest standards of care are being met.
- Participate in enforcing established ground rules.
- Participate in the maintenance of cleanliness and safety of the physical environment.YMCA Competencies:Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values.
- Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill a community need. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.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:
- Current knowledge of state and YMCA standards and regulations specific to early education and childcare.
- Ability to effectively interact with parents and children on a range of issues.
- Demonstrated ability to engage in a range of children’s educational, recreational, and social activities.
- Demonstrated ability to make mature judgments in difficult situations.Physical Demands:
- The physical demands of this position are limited and, as such, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with physical disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.