School Age Site Assistant- Sussex YMCA Family

Our Promise:

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success

Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve

Unite communities and inspire service to others

Benefits & Perks:

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility

Learning and development workshops

Career advancement opportunities

Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.50 - $17.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

The School Age Assistant may supervise the day-to-day operations of the center including supervision of children and staff in the absence of the School Age Coordinator when assigned and properly trained.

Essential Responsibilities

* Supervise the children, group, and all activities as assigned while exhibiting safe, healthy, developmentally appropriate childcare practices.

* Provide daily care for children including feeding and supporting social/emotional needs.

* Encourage, engage, and support children in all classroom activities including instructional times, mealtimes, transitions, and gross motor activities.

* Implement positive behavior management techniques.

* Plan, implement and actively participate in daily age-appropriate classroom activities to ensure all children are provided an opportunity to learn.

* Observe children and document their progress and development.

* Communicate effectively with co-workers, branch administration, and parents to develop & maintain positive relationships that encourage collaboration, consistency and increase parent participation.

* Ensure the facility and all equipment is clean, well-maintained, and safe on a daily basis.

* Complete and maintain required program documentation including, but not limited to, attendance, meal counts, and daily parent communication.

* Attend and actively participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development trainings.

Minimum Qualifications

* Education and Experience:

To meet licensing requirements, the School Age Site Assistant must be at least 18 years of age, hold at least a high school diploma or equivalent recognized by the Delaware Department of Education and must meet one of the following qualifications:

* Option 1:
Successful completion of three credits from a regionally accredited college or university in recreation, elementary education, school-age care or school-age administration and part-time employment for one school year from September to June (or full-time employment for the majority of one summer season, June - August) providing education/care to children kindergarten through sixth grade in a group setting.

* Option 2:
Successful completion of 45 clock hours of quality-assured training related to the needs of the school-age children served and part-time employment for one school year from September to June (or full-time employment for the majority of one summer season, June - August) providing education/care to children kindergarten through sixth grade in a group setting.

* Option 3:
Successful completion of at least 15-clock-hours of quality-assured training in school-age care and part-time employment for two school years from September to June (or full-time employment for the majority of two summer seasons, June - August) providing education/care to children kindergarten through sixth grade in a group setting.

* Option 4:
Qualification as an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher.

* Must be at least four years older than any child in his or her direct care.

* Complete a physical & tuberculosis screening and provide a physician's documentation of both within 30 days of hire.

* Successful completion of a criminal history, child abuse & adult abuse background check as required by the State of Delaware.

* Proficient active listening skills to understand and adapt to the various needs of children and parents.

* Patience and compassion suitable for working with young children.

* Ability to provide activities for children that encourage healthy development.

* Ability to exercise control and maintain classroom discipline.

* Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.

* Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a large group of children alone in a classroom.

Preferred Qualifications

* Prior experience working or volunteering with youth in a group setting.

* Develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

* Flexible and willing to accommodate the needs of the early childhood community and staff team.

* Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.

* Ability to persuade and influence others.

* Knowledge of early childhood education programs and techniques.

* Knowledge of child development theory and practice.

* Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities.

* Preference will be given to candidates who can work either 5 mornings, 5 afternoons or both to ensure continuity of care…