The Program Leader is responsible for creating a safe and enriching environment for children by implementing age-appropriate developmental curricula. They supervise children in a drop-in setting and maintain open communication with parents and families.
Requirements summary
Candidates need at least one year of experience in an organized child care setting and must be certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid. Early Childhood Education units and bilingual skills are preferred.
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Job description
As a Program Leader, you have an opportunity to be a role model for children and to help to create a safe, fun environment for children to grow. You will work as a team member, supervising and interacting with children in a drop-in setting, as well as creating an environment that is safe and activity enriching. The Program Leader will also perform other duties and responsibilities assigned at will as seen fit by the Director.
Salary Range
$20.00 - $25.00/hour
Essential functions
Works with their supervisor to develop and implement age appropriate developmental curriculum.
Implement age-appropriate enrichment activities according to the weekly plan.
Model appropriate and constructive discipline.
Maintain a predetermined personal work schedule covering direct shift hours while the program is open.
Maintain a clean, fun and engaging environment inside the program while on duty.
Enforce safety and risk management standards outlined in YMCA training.
Keep an empowered sense of ownership to maintain quality and good condition of items and equipment in the program.
Exercise a flexibly responsible mentality when working within the program as not all situations will fit training scenarios.
Keep track of children using the program tracking system information sheet.
Keep open communication with parents and families as often as to possible give updates of children using the program.
Actively participate in and practice branch emergency drills as pertaining to the YMCA.
Has awareness and implements YMCA strategic and branch goals surrounding Youth Development, Healthy Living, Member Experience, and Social Responsibility.
Be actively engaged with the children in the program.
Uphold and enforce all branch and YMCA of Silicon Valley policies and procedures.
The physical demands of the position include
Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 pounds.
Qualifications
This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and its core values of: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in adults and youth. Additionally, the YMCA values diversity, youth, and a broad vision of health and wellness which is contingent on relationship building.
Minimum of one (1) year progressive experience in an organized child care setting.
Early Childhood Education units are preferred.
Certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid (or certified within 30 days of hire).
Completion of YMCA trainings within 30 days of hire.
Bilingual preferred.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)
Change Leadership
Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.
Engaging Community
Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Philanthropy
Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.
Volunteerism
Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.
Collaboration
Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
Communication & Influence
Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.
Inclusion
Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
Critical Thinking & Decision Making
Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.
Fiscal Management
Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.
Functional Expertise
Executes superior technical skills for the role.
Innovation
Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.
Program/Project Management
Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Developing Self & Others
Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
Emotional Maturity
Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
