Day Program Supervisor Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Site Director, the Program Supervisor is responsible for providing a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment, where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected. The Program Supervisor provides the direct leadership and supervision to the assigned classroom, staff and children. He/she is also responsible for providing a program that fosters children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In 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 on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

PAY RANGE:

$20.00/hour - $25.00/hour

REPORTS TO:

Site Director

This person will play an important part in the work that we do each day. In addition to all other duties as assigned, this role will:

• Supervise children, promote learning opportunities, and lead activities in conjunction with the Site Director at an assigned site.

• Assist the Site Director in planning and implementing a holistic curriculum for a given site or sites that reflects Y values.

• Role model acceptable behaviors and decision-making for participants and peers.

• Actively participate in all related in-services, trainings, and activities.

• Utilize appropriate guidance and developmental techniques with participants to create an orderly environment that is conducive to learning and child safety.

• Provide substitute coverage to other sites on an as needed basis.

• Enforce and support the policies contained in the Y Parent Guide, Behavior Management Guide, and Staff Handbook.

• This list of responsibilities is not meant to be all-inclusive and may be adjusted to meet the operational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 20 years of age.

• First Aid/CPR/AED certifications or willing to obtain within 60 days of hire.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex, critical problem solving independently.

• Knowledge of and ability to learn appropriate child development techniques.

• Demonstrated track record of timeliness and punctuality.

• Must have at least one of the following (A or B).

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• At least 1080 hours of documented supervised experience over a nine month span of time, including working with children in a program with these standards or comparable standards. Programs must serve same ages and developmental stages (Kindergarten-8th grade) as those served in this program.

• Twelve (12) credits in early childhood education or child development, elementary education, recreation, group social work, or a related filed from an accredited institution of higher education.

• A four year college degree in early childhood education or child development.

• At least 360 hours of documented supervised experience with unrelated children of the same ages to be served and with these or comparable standards plus at least one semester of student teaching with children of same ages/developmental stage as those to be served.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• Salary is competitive dependent upon experience.

• YMCA provides an Individual Membership to all Part-Time staff.

I understand and agree to perform all duties listed above.  In order to enhance the overall operation of the YMCA of Greenwich and to support teamwork, I will accept additional responsibilities as assigned.