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Job Description
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the guidance and supervision of the After School Director, the After School Assistant is responsible for providing direction for the program and classroom, and implementing program curriculum. Along with providing a quality experience to children and parents that focus on the Y values.
Qualifications
At least 15 years of age
Alarm/Emergency Procedures training within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter
CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention training within 90 days of hire and biannually thereafter.
New Employee Orientation within 90 days of hire.
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred
Essential Functions
All After School Assistants are expected to fulfill the following functions:
Supervise the children, classroom and all activities in a safe environment
Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with supervisors and co-workers.
Maintain required program records
Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings and trainings
Understand ratios, know the number of youth in the program (group) at all times
Assist in transportation safety
Close proximity to youth at all times
Participate in activities
Fill out timesheet daily to ensure accuracy
Make prior arrangements for a replacement if you are going to be absent.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, the After School Assistant will:
Pursue/participate in ongoing training.
Participate in the annual campaign by giving, campaigning or both
Attend staff meetings
Job Description
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the guidance and supervision of the After School Director, the After School Assistant is responsible for providing direction for the program and classroom, and implementing program curriculum. Along with providing a quality experience to children and parents that focus on the Y values.
Qualifications
At least 15 years of age
Alarm/Emergency Procedures training within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter
CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention training within 90 days of hire and biannually thereafter.
New Employee Orientation within 90 days of hire.
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred
Essential Functions
All After School Assistants are expected to fulfill the following functions:
Supervise the children, classroom and all activities in a safe environment
Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with supervisors and co-workers.
Maintain required program records
Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings and trainings
Understand ratios, know the number of youth in the program (group) at all times
Assist in transportation safety
Close proximity to youth at all times
Participate in activities
Fill out timesheet daily to ensure accuracy
Make prior arrangements for a replacement if you are going to be absent.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times
In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, the After School Assistant will:
Pursue/participate in ongoing training.
Participate in the annual campaign by giving, campaigning or both
Attend staff meetings
