Olympic Peninsula YMCA

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After School Teacher

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AFTER SCHOOL TEACHER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Company Overview

The Olympic Peninsula YMCA is a non-profit organization that oversees Y programs and focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our mission is to build healthy minds, bodies, and spirits throughout the communities we serve. We strive to promote the values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty. We are open to people of all ages, beliefs, incomes, races, genders, and abilities.

Job Description/General Function

After School Teachers provide high-quality educational and recreational experiences that reflect the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Teachers are responsible for ensuring the safety and supervision of school-age children through effective group management and activity facilitation. Under the direction of the Site Coordinator, teachers will help lead and support engaging after-school activities across areas such as sports and fitness, creative arts, STEM, team building, and social-emotional learning. Teachers also lead and assist in all program areas, including food preparation, cleaning, sanitation, and health and safety procedures. Teachers will have the understanding, ability, physical health, emotional stability, and good judgment to meet the needs of the children in care.

Areas of Responsibility

  • Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of school-age children in accordance with Washington State DCYF child care licensing requirements
  • Maintain required staff-to-child ratios and provide active, ongoing supervision across all program areas, including indoors, outdoors, and during transitions
  • Plan, prepare, and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities in recreation, arts, STEM, social-emotional learning, and enrichment
  • Support and participate in daily program activities to create a safe, structured, and engaging environment for children
  • Use positive behavior guidance, including redirection and appropriate discipline, while modeling respect, dignity, and inclusion
  • Manage group dynamics, transitions, and daily routines to ensure smooth and safe program operations
  • Support daily operations as needed, including snack/meal service, cleaning, sanitation, setup, and organization of materials
  • Participate in field trips and off-site activities, including swimming, providing active supervision and support as assigned
  • Maintain professional communication with children, families, and staff to support program success and continuity of care
  • Collaborate with Site Coordinator and team members to meet program goals, safety standards, and YMCA expectations
  • Follow all DCYF licensing requirements, YMCA policies, and health and safety procedures at all times
  • Uphold mandated reporting, supervision standards, risk management practices, and appropriate boundaries with youth
  • Communicate regularly with Site Coordinator or supervisor regarding program needs and safety concerns
  • Attend required staff meetings and trainings
  • Wear appropriate YMCA attire and maintain professional standards at all times
  • Staff who meet Lead Teacher qualifications may serve as the designated person in charge when the Site Coordinator/Supervisor is not present
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