Math & Literacy Specialist; RFT

• Base Pay $20.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Job Category Child Care, Youth Development, Youth
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

• Name Laura Davisson
• Phone
• Email laurad

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is responsible for managing and administering child care programs at designated YMCA program locations. This responsibility includes supervising child care staff, creating and/or supporting the implementation of appropriate lesson plan intervention, and maintaining site records, and additional programs responsibilities to ensure state licensure compliance and overall effective program management.

Requires travel to and from branch locations for assigned duties, trainings, or meetings, or work programs in other areas as needed.

Our mission:
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all - and core values – Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith - are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger.

• Design and implement math and literacy lesson plans.
• Communicate with the YMCA and school personnel and parents of children regarding reading levels and rate of progress.
• Comply with all ODJFS state licensing, Step Up to Quality, and YMCA and school district standards for all programs.
• Gather and compile data; and link that data to student learning and instruction and success.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Work with other Youth Enrichment Director and other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to the district requirements.
• Implement the use of technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the YMCA and the school district.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with YMCA policies.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in YMCA meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Upholding the YMCA’s commitment to the safety and well-being of youth in our programs is a core responsibility of all staff regardless of position.

• Attend required abuse risk management training.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing and supervising high-risk activities.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

• Developing Self & Others: Supports participants in achieving their goals. Proactively shares…