Childcare Group Leader

Description

Childcare Afterschool Group Leader

Days: Monday - Friday

Times: School Dismissal - 6:30 PM

Kids are our cause, and serving the families of our communities is the passion of YMCA Childcare. As a member of our team, you will find no shortage of talented, passionate people ready to help you grow and succeed - all while building a brighter future for children, families, and communities.

Afterschool Group Leaders are instrumental in ensuring a safe, engaging, bully-free, and intentionally fun environment for our children while implementing activities planned for the day.

Requirements:

• Must meet and follow Texas Health and Human Services state license standards, including passing background checks.

• Minimum age: 18 years; Education: High School Degree/G.E.D. or higher.

• Previous childcare experience preferred but not required.

• Complete required childcare training aligned with the YMCA, Texas Health and Human Services, Texas Workforce, and Texas Rising Star.

• Keep an accurate daily count of children and follow policy/procedure to ensure each child is accounted for.

• Report staff or child incidents, accidents, or suspected child abuse to the supervisor and follow policy/procedure for completing reports after each occurrence.

• Assist with safety drills to practice site evacuation and emergency procedures for fire, inclement weather, lockdown, etc., and can implement such procedures.

• Ability to work independently and lead groups through enrichment and recreational activities.

• Stand and walk for long periods to provide proper auditory and visual supervision of each child's ongoing activity, carry at least 30 pounds when needed, and go from sitting to standing with ease.

• Encourage creativity and intellectual curiosity by building on the child's interests and talents.

• Portray a positive role model for youth by maintaining an attitude of respect, loyalty, patience, integrity, courtesy, and maturity.

• Maintain a strong, positive relationship with the local YMCA personnel to ensure our community connection to that branch, as well as communicating effectively with parents and co-workers.

• Actively support the YMCA's mission and community impact by participating in philanthropic initiatives, including engagement in the Annual Campaign to help raise awareness and funds.

Employee Benefits

• Being part of a TALENTED team, with an opportunity to make an impact on others.

• NO WEEKEND WORK SCHEDULE (seasonal paid training will be announced in advance).

• Actively support the YMCA's mission and community impact by participating in philanthropic initiatives, including engagement in the Annual Campaign to help raise awareness and funds."

• FREE Y Membership with the ability to upgrade to a family membership. Receive a 20% discount on Y programs for the whole family, including personal training, afterschool, and more.

• Bi-weekly competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, paid orientations, and training.

• Paid CPR certification and fingerprinting.

• Employee referral bonus of $100.

• Ability to open a bank account through Truist Bank.

• Earned Wage Access through UKG Wallet.

• 403b Retirement Option.

• Benefits Package including My Life Wellness Plan, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Insurances (Cancer, Accident, Critical Illness), and eligibility to enroll in a 403(b)-tax deferred account at the beginning of employment.

• Free access to Right Now Media at work with a large variety of mental health services.

• PTO (Paid Time Off) based on hours worked and years of service (available after 2 years). PTO eligible employees are also eligible to donate or receive PTO from the Pay it Forward fund (used to provide pay during emergencies).

• Free YMCA t-shirts.

• Seasonal discounts for entertainment and retailers.

• Career Advancement Opportunities.

Join our team and enjoy these comprehensive benefits while making a meaningful impact in your community

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