School Age Child Care Group Leader (various locations) $16/hr

The SDYMCA is hiring! We’re looking for Group Leaders for various locations.

The Group Leader is responsible for assisting the Site Coordinator with operating a licensed school age child care program for youth at assigned site(s). As the member of the on-site team at the assigned school, the Group Leader is responsible for running programs and curriculum which meet YMCA quality standards, ensuring the safety of the children, assisting with special events, and developing relationships with children and parents.?

We have several locations to choose from including:

Exeter, Danville, Hampton, Hampstead, Brentwood, Kingston, Stratham, Kensington

All employees receive a free YMCA membership

Responsibilities:

• Lead activities to engage students in fun, educational activities
• Respond appropriately to the individual needs of children, both physically and emotionally, in a positive and nurturing manner, ensuring the safety and security of all.
• Help maintain indoor program space that meets the needs of children, allowing children to take initiative and explore their interests.
• Create a positive atmosphere that boosts self-esteem and the general self-concept of all program participants.
• Use positive behavior management techniques to guide the behavior of children in a consistent, fair, and logical manner.
• Maintain and display a positive attitude and relationships with all families, staff, and school personnel.
• Expected to attend all required meetings, events, and trainings, and to work all supplemental programs (school vacations, etc) as needed during the school year.
• Communicate upward with Program Coordinator and other YMCA Management in a timely manner, adhering to deadlines and requests.?
• Promote teamwork and cohesiveness to build a program where all staff feel welcome and valued.
• Be willing to transfer location as needed by the Program Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.