School-Age Site Lead

Overview

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Position Summary:

The School-Age Site Lead position oversees the daily operations of before and after school programs, as well as summer camp activities. The Site Lead will inspire and guide a team of staff to deliver high-quality, engaging programming that supports the academic, recreational, and social/emotional development of youth. This role requires a strong commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants.

With excellent organizational skills and a focus on fostering positive relationships with families, school leadership, and the community, the Site Lead will ensure programs run smoothly and align with the YMCA’s mission, culture, and values. Regardless of primary assignment, this position may travel between program sites as needed.

HOME LOCATION
Good Shepherd YMCA
1829 N. Rockton Ave
Rockford, IL

WORK LOCATION
This position may serve schools in these districts: RPS 205, Harlem 122, Winnebago and Pecatonica schools. Placements will be determined at time of hire. Regardless of primary assignment, this position may be required to travel between sites as needed.

OUR CULTURE
Our mission and core values 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 genuine; we are hopeful; we are nurturing; we are determined.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The Y is made up of people of all ages, from all walks of life, working side-by-side to strengthen communities. We strive to ensure everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUTH PROTECTION
The YMCA of Rock River Valley is committed to providing safe and secure programs and services and is a leader in child abuse prevention.

• Be a positive YMCA role model for all youth achievement programs by modeling the YMCA core values:
  Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility & Faith.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned before and/or after school sites during the school year.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, feedback and direction to site staff to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Actively engage in site programming, utilizing provided curriculum to support and enhance youth's academic, recreational, and social-emotional development.
• Ensure youth safety by actively participating in and supervising all swimming and water-based activities.
• Prepare and maintain student rosters, assign children to appropriate groups, and ensure accurate attendance records.
• Develop and implement the daily program schedule under the guidance of the Area Coordinator, ensuring activities align with program goals and standards.
• Maintain and submit all required daily, weekly, and monthly paperwork and reports, including food program documents, behavior/incident reports, site and staff evaluations, and emergency drill logs.
• Utilize positive youth discipline techniques and effective group management strategies to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Maintain student behavioral plans and responses in accordance with SOPs and program handbook.
• Manage site resources and supplies; ensure materials are available and space is clean and well-maintained.
• Coordinate parent-engagement programs and foster strong relationships with families through regular communication and involvement opportunities.
• Foster collaborative relationships with school leadership to align and support program activities and maintain a positive working environment.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance program quality and effectiveness.
• Attend and participate in all Site Lead and team meetings and trainings; communicate concerns to leadership promptly.
• Ensure a focus on character development and diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout programming.
• Report damaged equipment or safety hazards promptly.
• During no-school days and summer camp programs, serve as lead or group…