Educational Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Hartford, Connecticut, United States YMCA Of Greater Hartford Full time
Job Overview

Position: Educational Support Specialist

Employment Type: Part-Time

Compensation: Starting at $15.69/hour

Under the supervision of the Lead Educator, the Educational Support Specialist at the YMCA of Greater Hartford is tasked with facilitating engaging activities and providing direct support to children. A passion for working with youth, reliability, and familiarity with positive behavior management strategies are essential for this role.

The position aims to deliver an enriching experience for both children and their families, emphasizing the core values of the YMCA: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Assist the Lead Educator in organizing and executing daily programming by completing designated responsibilities.
  2. Serve diverse communities with equity and maintain an inclusive, anti-racist perspective; foster a culture of respect and bravery within the organization.
  3. Engage actively with children during all activities and play sessions, ensuring high-quality and innovative experiences.
  4. Be accountable for the tidiness and upkeep of toys and materials following each session.
  5. Promptly communicate any issues or concerns regarding the program, staff, children, or parents to the immediate supervisor.
  6. Uphold confidentiality regarding information shared by parents, staff, and administration.
  7. Report any signs of child abuse, including physical, emotional, or neglect, to the supervisor without delay.
  8. Complete the required annual training hours as mandated by state regulations and/or accrediting bodies, with supervisor approval.
  9. Consistently provide courteous and friendly assistance, aiming to exceed the expectations of customers, which includes nurturing professional relationships with parents, children, partner organizations, and colleagues.
  10. Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  11. Ensure a positive experience for all individuals, including Health Seekers, Members, Participants, Internal Customers, and fellow Staff Members.
  12. Treat all individuals with respect and consideration; display integrity; actively listen and communicate clearly and pleasantly; embrace diversity; show a willingness to learn and develop; accept constructive feedback; and collaborate effectively as a team member.


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