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This position will serve as the Enrichment Leader for 21st Century Community Learning Center for Valley of the Sun YMCA and will provide program direction, management and coordination of all aspects of the After-School Program administered by the Valley of the Sun YMCA at Edison School of Innovation School. This position may support other Afterschool Programs in this capacity as programming expands and/or school partnerships change. The 21st Century After-School Program provides comprehensive youth development opportunities for youth in grades K-8 from Dos Rios Elementary School. The After-School Enrichment Leader will provide supervision, coordination and leadership to ensure the After-School Programs meet health, safety and licensing standards and offer quality youth development educational experiences using established 21st Century Community Learning Center curriculum and activities. This position will work closely with the Team Leader and Association Program staff to deliver a highly effective Valley of the Sun Afterschool Program which addresses the needs of local youth while employing the most current educational resources available.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A BEYOND THE BELL YMCA (AFTERSCHOOL) ENRICHMENT LEADER AT DOS RIOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (MUST BE STAFF AT DOS RIOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL):
This position will serve as the Enrichment Leader for 21st Century Community Learning Center for Valley of the Sun YMCA and will provide program direction, management and coordination of all aspects of the After-School Program administered by the Valley of the Sun YMCA at Edison School of Innovation School. This position may support other Afterschool Programs in this capacity as programming expands and/or school partnerships change. The 21st Century After-School Program provides comprehensive youth development opportunities for youth in grades K-8 from Dos Rios Elementary School. The After-School Enrichment Leader will provide supervision, coordination and leadership to ensure the After-School Programs meet health, safety and licensing standards and offer quality youth development educational experiences using established 21st Century Community Learning Center curriculum and activities. This position will work closely with the Team Leader and Association Program staff to deliver a highly effective Valley of the Sun Afterschool Program which addresses the needs of local youth while employing the most current educational resources available.

• Supervises a group of youth ensuring positive engagement and child safety.
• Preserves quality condition of all supplies, equipment, materials, and cleanliness of site.
• Develops positive relationships with children and parents through daily communication and interaction.
• Works closely with site director to plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans, following the established program schedule.
• Assists site director in maintaining all pertinent site records, files, and other required administrative procedures, ensuring their licensed childcare files and trainings are up to date and accurate.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE A BEYOND THE BELL (AFTERSCHOOL) ENRICHMENT LEADERS AT DOS RIOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Current CPR certification.
• Flexible schedule availability.
• Fingerprint and negative TB clearance.
• Current state approved first-aid certification.
• Documentation of high school diploma or equivalency.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to drive a minibus to transport children.

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Staff Membership
• Discounted Family Membership
• Employee Program Rewards and Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
• Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options

OUR YMCA CULTURE:
At the Valley of the Sun YMCA, we are a Beacon in the Desert and serving as Centers for Community Well-Being, where children, families, staff, and communities can thrive. Guided by our mission and values, we create welcoming environments that promote health, belonging, and opportunity for all. Through our commitment to Be Well, Do Good, Lead Change, we prioritize safety, well-being, and excellence; strengthen communities through meaningful relationships and service; and embrace innovation, learning, and leadership to create lasting impact for future generations. We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined in our pursuit of stronger children, stronger families, and stronger communities.
Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated. All allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to in accordance with our Abuse Response Process.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.