21st Century Program Team Lead (New Market Elementary)
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Afterschool Team Leader will be responsible for leading the children in the after school program. In addition, the After School Leader along with the After School Teacher will plan and implement activities for elementary age children that build upon the skills needed to be successful in school.
REPORTABILITY: New Market Site Coordinator
STATUS: Part-Time/Non-Exempt
WAGE RATE: $15.00 per hour
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires the individual to perform a broad range of activities and duties needing full range of motion, including manual and finger dexterity and hand and eye coordination. The position requires correct vision; speech and hearing of normal range, or special accommodations will be made of sufficient nature for completion of assigned tasks. Requires seated work at a desk, including use of a computer, and the ability to lift 30 pounds, bend, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. The position also requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Active work environment in YMCA after school program at the New Market Site.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Serve as a positive role model and demonstrate professional behavior.
- Understand positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth.
- Facilitate a program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, welcomes children.
- Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
- Provide assistance with homework and encourage academic progress.
- Plan and deliver purposeful and engaging program activities that are safe, fun, and age appropriate while meeting program goal objectives.
- Monitor safety during the after school program.
- Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Site Coordinator.
- Willingness to carry out the mission of the YMCA and its programs.
- Ability to see that all business and safety records and procedures set up by the corporation are completed accurately within the defined time schedule.
- Ability to interpret as well as adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Possess computer skills.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Some College preferred.
- Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
- Love and respect for children.
- Evidence of efficacy and willingness to be a team player.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Commitment to and support of the Y mission and more specifically, the vision and goals of the Y’s focus on Youth Development Initiatives.
- Outstanding communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Flexibility.
- Ability to build strong relationships.
- Adhere to drug free/tobacco free workplace policy.
- Desire to work in a YMCA setting in accordance with the YMCA mission.