'26-'27 Charlottesville ELC Pre-K Assistant After School Counselor
Summary
After-school counselor role at Piedmont YMCA's Charlottesville Early Learning Center, supporting pre-K children as part of the 26-27 school year program. Assistants work 2:30pm-5:30pm, Monday-Friday, helping lead counselors with enrichment activities, supervising children, and connecting families to the Y's youth development mission.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The YMCA is looking for a Cause-Driven leader who will be able to provide a safe and quality experience for children while supporting the Y’s focus: Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The Assistant Counselor will be responsible for aiding the Lead Counselor in providing direction to a group of pre-k children at the Charlottesville Early Learning Center. This position will assist a group in daily enrichment lessons and participate with the group during health & wellness activities, along with day-to-day site operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Work between 2:30pm-5:30pm, Monday-Friday.
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Assist in preparing/setting up and implementing daily enrichment activities.
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Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
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Support Lead Counselors in supervising the children, classroom, and all activities.
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Maintain program site and equipment.
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Create a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
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Provide and welcome ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress; connect families to the Y.
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Maintain thorough knowledge of the licensing standards set forth by the Commonwealth of Virginia and maintain compliance at all times.
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Attend and participate in all program activities and team meetings.
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Adhere to the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.