Before and After School Academy Teacher

Description

The Before and After School Academy Teacher is responsible for overseeing the daily tutoring program operations of the Before and After School Academy Program. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Administers the day to day operations of the program and ensure all program components are implemented

2. Provide supervision to program participants (Bathrooms, Hallways, and Program Spaces) 

3. Builds effective, authentic relationships with staff, students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.

4. Maintains records as required (i.e. site checklist, attendance, food service, staff & student forms, etc.).

5. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

6. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes corrective action, discipline, incident and accident reports as necessary.

7. Ensures that the site is kept organized and all supplies are put away daily. Reports damaged equipment.

Also, the YMCA Teacher will be involved directly with school personnel, and/or other YMCA Staff and is expected to build a professional working relationship with his/her assigned site (school or branch) under the direction of the site supervisor. Additional responsibilities include: providing the best customer service to parents and program participants, assisting with monthly statistical reports, strategically involved in bi-monthly Parent Advisory Committees meetings, scheduling and planning of site activities that follows the program curriculum, and adhering to HEPA standards.

The Teacher must be a team player, organized, able to take initiative and be seen as a leader by others. The preferred candidate will have reliable transportation, and be flexible with hours, as occasional before school hours and/or other duties may be assigned as needed. The ideal candidate should be able to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree and/or valid teaching licensure/certificate
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• All Online trainings, New Hire on Boarding and ASHI Certifications within 30 days of employment
• Ability to apply proactive team management techniques and employ conflict resolution with team as needed.
• Must be available for Out of School Days (days when school is closed and we have full day care at the branch).
• Bilingual (Preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and other Microsoft Suit Programs
• Ability to meet deadlines as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work 10-20 hours per week 2:00-6:00pm Monday-Friday
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
• Ability to apply proactive team management techniques and employ conflict resolution with team as needed.
• Must be available for Out of School Days (Days when school is closed and we have full day care at the Branch).

Salary : $18 - $25