Job Description

Job Location Cecil Family YMCA - Elkton, MD 21921 Position Type Part Time Salary Range $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Job Shift Day Job Category Membership Services

Provides direction for the program, classroom and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
2. Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.
3. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
4. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
5. Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
6. Maintains program site and equipment.
7. Maintains required program records.
8. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. At least 16 years of age
3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
4. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
5. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
6. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.