Before and After School Instructor-Edmonds

Overview

We have a strong commitment to equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Hiring Range: $21.30 - $22.50/hr DOE

Tell me about this job!

In this role, you will guide elementary age participants through sports, arts, STEM, and other hands-on learning activities at a Y Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) program which is designed to provide a safe and caring place for students outside of the classroom. You will help teach teamwork and social emotional learning to kids as they grow and learn all while encouraging skill building, creative exploration, physical activity, and most of all, fun.

* This is a Part-Time Onsite Position.

Hours Vary by School/

Location:

Monday - Friday 6:45am - Start of School

Monday - Friday End of School - 6pm

The Y provides full day programming on non school days and early release days.

What you'll get from working at The Y

* Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle

* Free access to mental health resources

* Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire

* Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs. 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff

MMR Vaccination

Required:

Licensed School Age Programs require Mumps, Measles and Rhubella immunization in accordance with Department of Children, Youth and Family requirments.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

* Implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.

* Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.

* May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children.

* Professionally communicates day-to-day, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians.

* Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.

* Assists in maintaining developmentally appropriate site including appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.

* May prepare and serve snacks. Cleans snack area.

* Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.

* Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization's abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

What we're looking for in an applicant

* 16 years of age or older, 18 or older is preferred.

* 1-2 years' experience with children; camps, childcare, tutoring, or nannying.

* Ability to model and demonstrate Y values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.

* Experience planning and implementing group activities.

* We require pre-employment TB tests and MMR vaccination. To make this process convenient for our new hires, we offer Concentra options at no cost…