Preschool -Youth Development Professional II

Youth Development Professional - Preschool About Us

For over 90 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation.
Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups.

Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision‑making skills.

Under the supervision of the Childcare or Program Director, the youth worker is responsible for assisting with the development and effective operation of a quality preschool program that complies with current Delaware care rules for childcare centers.

• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for childcare centers; address non‑compliance issues as needed or directed.
• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with current state licensing requirements for childcare centers; address non‑compliance issues as needed or directed.
• Assist Childcare or Program Director in effectively delivering a variety of age‑appropriate programs and activities, which reflect Boys & Girls Club’s five core program areas and Youth Development Strategy, for children ages 3‑5.
• Help ensure safe implementation of all programs and activities. This involves but is not limited to condition of equipment and facilities, age‑appropriateness, ability levels, weather, appropriate use of equipment and supplies.
• Assist Childcare or Program Director in supervising children within guidelines established by Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware, and in compliance with applicable state licensing regulations.
• Assist Childcare or Program Director in maintaining productive relationships with parents, school faculty and administrators and staff, and other visitors to the Club.
• Present yourself as a positive role model for children at all times.
• Consistently adhere to the policies and practices of BGCDE OCCL and Delaware STARS.
• Contribute toward development of a positive identity and strong presence for the Boys & Girls Club in the community.
• Assume other tasks, assignments and responsibilities as needed or directed.

• Meet the Delaware First and OCCL Requirements for Early Childhood.
• Early Childhood Administrative Certificate required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience working with children ages 3‑5 years old.
• High School Diploma and TECE I or 6 college credits in ECE.

• Associate degree in a related field (i.e.: early childhood, psychology, social work, special education, elementary education, nursing, human services, business administration).

Conditions vary from indoors to outdoors; various meeting locations in and out of the Club; occasional Statewide travel (e.g., training).

Employees are subject to transfer from one department to another and from one club/school site to another as the needs of the organization change.

• Maintain a high energy level.
• Be comfortable working with children ages 6‑12 in varying levels of physical activity.
• Frequently lift, carry or otherwise move and position objects weighing up to 25 pounds when preparing rooms for activities.
• Typically bend, stoop, walk and sometimes run on a regular basis while interacting with children in various activities throughout the day.
• Ability to perform duties effectively under stressful conditions; ability to make decisions quickly and accurately with tact and impartiality.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Monday‑Friday, split shift.

• Medical Benefits – Part‑time…