Childcare Assistant

Childcare Assistant

Category: Education

Summary of the Job: Under the direction of the After School Site Supervisor and the School-Age Director, will be responsible for implementing a structured, educational and recreational before and/or after school program for children ages 5-13. The Child Development Aide must possess the ability to work with children and co-workers in a structured setting. He/She must be able to work with children, parents, off-site school personnel and fellow staff in a mature and sensitive way, consistent with the YMCA philosophy.

Job Specifications

Experience: A Child Development Aide must be at least 16 years old to work in the program. Experience is recommended, but not required.

Character Development: Perform all duties in a manner which reflects the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Working Conditions: The Child Development Aide must be comfortable with and able to function in a professional demeanor regardless of situations that arise. Must have the ability to organize the group and support the staff and facilitate emergency procedures. There are six After School Program sites, all are held inside of the Hopewell Valley Regional School District. In off-site program areas, programming is primarily held in the cafeterias, with additional use of the outdoor playground(s), indoor gym, and other classrooms. It will be necessary to assist supervisor in all program areas within the site.

Equipment Use: Must be able to operate and demonstrate various equipment designed to care for and entertain children.

Essential Functions

1. Perform all duties in a manner that reflects and models the YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
2. Ensure the reliability and safety of the After School Program site.
3. Maintain staff/child ratio as set by the School-Age Director and State of New Jersey licensing regulations and insure qualified substitutes if necessary.
4. Insure that all health and safety requirements as described in the YMCA Child Care Risk Management guidelines and Division of Youth and Family Services guidelines are maintained.
5. Maintain consistent continuing and accurate communication with School-Age Director concerning program concerns, supplies, schedule changes, staffing, participant concerns and other pertinent information.
6. Lead and/or help implement daily programming lesson plans, including daily set-up and clean-up with other After School Staff.
7. Maintain effective and timely communication with staff and parents regarding program news, changes, illnesses and other necessary information.
8. Conduct all aspects of the program in a manner consistent with the YMCA philosophy.
9. Attend any and all trainings, staff meetings and workshops as posted by the School-Age Director.
10. Help organize the group and support staff and facilitate emergency procedures.
11. Fill out accident and incident reports as needed.
12. If maintains current CPR and First Aid training, copy the card for the School-Age Director.
13. Take attendance at least 2 times daily, while inside and/or out.
14. Provide a happy, safe and rewarding experience for YMCARE Participants.

Position: Childcare Assistant

Position Requirements: Physical Requirements: Ability to interact and communicate clearly with all program participants, parents, fellow staff, and the public in a positive and sensitive manner. Ability to provide for the physical and emotional needs of children ages 5-13 years. Responsible for placement, positioning and operation of all program areas. Responsibility for set-up and break-down of all program supplies and equipment. Mental Requirements: Must show the maturity to represent the YMCA to the community in a responsible manner. Must be flexible, patient and have the ability to identify and accommodate the changing needs of the program participants and their parents. Must have the ability to read and interpret instructions and to verbally give instructions in a clear, concise manner, especially with children.

Location: Hopewell Valley YMCA

Payrate: Varies

About the Organization: Our Mission The Hopewell Valley YMCA is a charitable organization dedicated to building a healthy spirit, mind and body, through programs which promote good health, strong families, youth leadership and community development. YMCA's are open to men, women and children of all ages, abilities, races and religions.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.