Lead Before and After School Instructor-Lake Washington; Ben Rush Elementary

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.

Grade 13 Hiring Range: $/hr DOE

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 support the program supervisor and 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.

Lead instructors will also be supporting our Play Everyday Program 2 – 4 days per week during the middle of the day which is a recess‑based program at their school.

This is a Full‑Time Onsite Position.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday 6:45 am – start of school; end of school – 6:00 pm. The Y also provides full‑day programming on non‑school days and early release days. Lead instructors will also provide 2 days of Play Everyday Support from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm. Schedules vary by school and will be set up by the onsite supervisor.

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• 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

Some benefits only available to full‑time staff.

MMR Vaccination

Required:

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

• Plan and implement culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum provided by the YDCoE.
• Supervise a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide a positive experience for each child.
• Provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children.
• Communicate day‑to‑day, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians professionally.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a developmentally appropriate site including appearance, décor and cleanliness.
• Prepare and serve snacks, and clean snack area.
• Assist with check‑in or check‑out for parents.
  
  Assume responsibility for program operation when DCYF designated and qualified staff is not on premises.
• Provide onsite support for the school‑based Play Everyday Program.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

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…