Before School Program Leader | Brookview Elementary - Waukee YMCA at YMCA of Greater Des Moines in Waukee, Iowa

Job Description:

Make a Difference in a Child's Life!

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our staff members are people who drive this cause - it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference - every day.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the direction of the Site Leader, the Youth Program Leader is responsible for assisting in the delivery of the after school child care program. This includes program activities, behavior management, safety of program participants, and evaluation. The Youth Program Leader will deliver professional customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment. The individual will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.

JOB LOCATION: Brookview Elementary - Waukee Family YMCA
SHIFTS AVAILABLE: 6:20 am-8:45am Monday-Friday
PAY RANGE: $13.50-$16.00/hour
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: January 2 , 2025 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensure the safety and engagement of a group of children.
Assist in planning purposeful and engaging activities complimenting the program according to the nine program components and site implementation plan.
Provides assistance with homework and encourages academic progress.
Follows program lesson plans and implementation plan in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of the participants.
Provides careful, attentive supervision and is alert at all times.
Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior, and understands positive youth development approaches to the development of youth.
Facilitates a program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children.
Promotes a team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, and interactions with others. Maintains on-going communication with Program Coordinator.
Communicates regularly with parents; attends parent/family events as designated by Program Coordinator.
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
Demonstrates and supports the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.