After School Rotational Development Program Jobs Near Me

Welcome to the Y. We're an inclusive organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success. That's why our child care, after school and Child Watch programs are staffed with people who understand the cognitive, physical and social development of kids, the need children have to feel connected and supported in trying new things and the caring and reinforcement parents and families need to help each other. At the Y, babies develop trust and security, preschoolers experience early literacy and learn about their world and school-age kids make friends, learn new skills and do their homework. Most importantly, children learn how to be their best selves.

We are seeking after school teachers to provide a safe, consistent, and academically stimulating environment for the youth in our programs.  The Y offers a free membership to all staff, invaluable experience working with some pretty great kids, and lasting relationships.

STRATEGIC FOCUS -  other duties may be assigned: 
Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job-related functions. 
Actively participates in all daily activities, curriculum, and schedule including Y Kids Food and Fun, homework assistance and following HEPA standards. 
Prepares site daily for arrival of children; maintains organization of site throughout program time; cleans up space at conclusion of program. 
Attends all staff meetings, appropriate child care workshops, appropriate specialized trainings and safety trainings. Maintains required training hours. 
Assists in preparing monthly newsletter, curriculum plans, and special events. 
Ensures the site's compliance with all ODJFS licensing requirements and YMCA standards.
Maintains written records and reports as required on individual children; communicates with parents regularly about their children's goals, progress and accomplishments. 
Maintains good relationships and cooperates with children, parents, school/host staff, administrators, community and YMCA staff.
Works at other program locations when needed to maintain ratios. 
If applicable, complete duties as required by the Child and Adult Care Food program.
Complete all required documents and/or tracking as designated by the director.
Provides assistance to other child care programs as needed. 
Assists in collecting data for funding and projects as designated by supervisor. 

Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or G.E.D. and at least one year of experience working with school-age children. 
Passionate belief in the Y's cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations. 
Must submit all required paperwork for ODJFS licensing. Must submit a staff medical statement as required by ODJFS standards. Must obtain and keep current training certifications in first aid, communicable diseases, child abuse recognition & prevention as required by ODJFS. Must attend all necessary YMCA, child care and/or grant related training.

Apply right online at: 

http://www.ymcacolumbus.org/employment/job-detail/after_school_teachers

WHY THE Y?
From day one, we are invested in helping you reach your professional goals. We want you to feel valued and confident in your potential. Our training and development programs help promote learning at all stages of your career.
Beyond offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community, the Y provides a number or other benefits including:

- Vacation, sick, and personal time
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Participation in the awesome Y-Retirement Fund
- Long term disability & Group Life Insurance fully paid by the Y
- A free family membership - and so much more!

Hourly range of $9.80 - $11.30 that varies by position based on your previous related experience and education.