Afterschool Teacher El Sobrante Y-Kids

We are seeking energetic team members for our Y-Kids Program. Y-Kids is a structured before and after school program that offers a great start and finish to every school day. Staff facilitate education and recreation opportunities fun physical activities healthy snacks and positive reinforcement. With a strong focus on STEM we encourage innovation critical thinking problem-solving skills and creativity in all our kids.

POSITION SUMMARY :

These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals Policies and Mission of the YMCA of the East Bay. Provides direction for the program and classroom and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values : honesty respect responsibility and caring. Continuously acts as a role model to all children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

1. Under direction plan & implement curriculum within established guidelines and prepare necessary supplies & equipment for relevant program activities.

2. Work cooperatively with all staff to ensure the quality of the program.

3. Provide direction to Assistant Teachers / Teachers Aides as needed.

4. Help to achieve YMCA Child Care program goals by promoting individual growth and exploration recognizing each childs needs while providing opportunities to enrich their development.

5. Care for the health and well-being of children while they are in the program. Give first aid treatment when necessary and report any incidents or injuries promptly to parent director and branch as necessary.

6. Provide appropriate and consistent discipline methods that reinforce positive behaviors in an age appropriate manner.

7. Report and document notable behavior and situations to the appropriate supervisor according to policies and procedures.

8. Initiate strengthen and maintain good communicationboth verbal and non-verbalwith all school personnel families children parents and other community agencies. Positively explain and interpret program standards and policies. Provide ongoing and continuous feedback to parents regarding their childs development including parent conferences and assessments.

9. Maintain required program records.

10. Attend and actively participate in regular program activities department trainings staff meetings and special events as scheduled.

11. Keep the center clean and presentable at all times.

12. Ensure Licensing standards / regulations are met at all times.

13. Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sufficient strength agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities

Must occasionally lift up to 30 lbs

Frequent bending & standing

Able to walk for long periods of time

Visual ability to clearly monitor activities in both indoor and outdoor settings

Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School Diploma or equivalent AA or Bachelors degree preferred
• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by CA state law and Community Care Licensing including 12 ECE units

1 year of previous experience working in a professional child care or school aged program

At least 18 years of age

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1