Job Description

The Program Lead is responsible for preparing and implementing the planned curriculum and activities under the direction of the Site Supervisor and Multi-Site Director. To supervise groups of school age children and ensure all children’s individual needs are met with dignity and respect as well as their safety by following YMCA policies and procedures. To model, practice and carry out the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

Programs take place at various sites in Salem-Keizer and throughout the greater communities, Monday through Friday. Before school hours typically range from 6:30-9:00am After-school hours typically range from 2:00-6:00pm depending on site location and school schedules. School days off and summer allow for additional hours, up to 28 hours per week. Our programs work with children ages 5 to 12 years old.

Our Culture:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At The Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are relentless to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to obtain hands-on Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certification
• Ability to obtain Food Handler’s Card
• Ability to pass a background check

And ONE of the following: An associate degree at a college or university in any child education or development program

• At least a step 6 in the Oregon Registry – ORO
• At least 3 months (240 hours) of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Childcare Center or comparable group care program, in the care of school-age children
• At least 60 hours within the program AND 20 hours of training, completed within the last 5 years, focused on school-age childcare that meets core knowledge criteria: on Table 2 of 414-310-0300.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Must be physically capable of observing and listening for stressful situations at all times
• Must be physically capable of lifting 40 pounds
• Must be able to quickly reach a person and/or situation to prevent harm

Essential Functions

• Interact and relate with youth and serve as a positive role model.
• Work as a team with other Program Leads, Assistant Program Leaders, Site Supervisors, and Department Directors
• Must have a basic understanding of child development.
• Teach children self-help skills and provide opportunities for independence.
• Follow written weekly lesson plans that will be posted and used as a daily guide
• Initiate activities and experiences that focus on all areas of development with consideration given to each child’s individual needs.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Must know where all children enrolled in the program are at all times, never be alone with a child.
• Follow snack protocol.
• Care properly for program equipment and check daily for safety.
• Equipment will be organized, stored safely and easily accessible to children and staff.
• Indoor and outdoor space is monitored daily for health and safety concerns.
• Any health and safety concerns are to be reported to the Site Lead immediately.
• Line of sight and positioning to maintain situational awareness.
• Follow all YMCA Safety and licensing protocols.

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT

• Must understand the difference between discipline and punishment.
• Establish supportive relationships with children and implement developmentally appropriate techniques of behavior and group management.
• Use positive verbal and non-verbal communication with children and parents to build trusting and stable relationships.
• Set and consistently communicate limits for acceptable behavior with logical, relevant, and immediate consequences that follow established processes and procedures.

OTHER MANAGEMENT DUTIES

• Program Lead will ensure that Assistant program leader is supervised within sight and sound, and ratios are maintained.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the program site and supervision of children in the absence of the Site Supervisor.

All candidates must have reliable transportation. Job offers are contingent upon completion of a rigorous criminal history background check.

Pay Rate: 16.25/hr