21st Century Paraprofessional

3 months ago

Atlanta, United States YMCA of Metro Atlanta Full time

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. 

At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

 

Nature and Scope:

Under the direction of the After School Program Director, the 21st Century Paraprofessional, will be primarily responsible for supporting the 21st CCLC Academic Team for the Afterschool 21st CCLC program with the delivery of the academic and enrichment component of the specified school site. The 20-hour program will include the following academic instruction, tutoring, homework assistance and STEAM project-based learning opportunities for the students. This position will play a support role for the 21st CCLC Team in supervision of children delivery academic instruction to the students in a virtual environment.

Minimum Requirements:

Paraprofessional certificate, 2 Year Associate preferredA minimum of 2 years’ experience in working with in Title 1 schools preferred.Required certifications, Paraprofessional certificate, 2 Year Associate Teaching Certificate; must obtain any other certifications required for the position.Ability to obtain working knowledge of 21st CCLC requirementsA working knowledge of computers: MS Word, MS Excel, data base management.Attend required professional development activities.Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities.Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills.Strong customer service skills, and personal commitment to service and hospitality.Must be at least 21 years of age.Pass a criminal background and drug screening check.Pass a Motor Vehicles Record and have own transportation.CPR within 30 days of employment and maintain throughout employment.

Responsibilities:

Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.Stay updated on current issues regarding 21st CCLC programming.Support Site Coordinator and Academic Team promote, monitor, evaluate and ensure that 21st CCLC site run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.Assist with timely collection and submittal of data/reports as required by 21st CCLC.Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Multi-Media First Aid, Blood borne Pathogens, Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation, and Branch and off-site Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and school community.Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork in a timely fashion.Other duties as assigned.Assist with delivery of age and/or grade level appropriate lessons.Assist with homework and class work instruction and tutorials.Collaborates with youth, parents, and school day teachers to ensure that youth receive effective academic sessions.Supports in Academic and enrichment activities.This position must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols Including COVID, and Member Services Guidelines and Non-Negotiables. Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.Implements the YMCA safety protocols both related to COVID and branch operations.Implement wellness checks and provide a leadership role in ensuring member/staff adherence to the safety protocols, with a commitment to positive member and staff safety.

Y-Competencies:

Mission: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility; demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs; recruits volunteers and supports fundraising activities.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions; builds rapport; seeks first to understand others’ point of view and remains calm; speaks and writes effectively; takes initiative.

Operational Effectiveness: Strive to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members; Makes sound judgments and transfers knowledge from one situation to another; establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings; follows policies and procedures; strives for best practices.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development; demonstrates an openness to change; is emotionally mature.

Ergonomic Requirements: Sitting, bending, stooping, standing, 15% repetitive keyboard work, seeing, verbal communications, lift up to 25 pounds.

Effect of End Result:

This position has a primary impact on the overall effectiveness of the After School Program and the success of services to the community. The effectiveness of this position is primarily measured by the stated satisfaction of members and ensuring a safe, clean, controlled and fun environment in accordance with the Metro Atlanta YMCA Philosophy.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement: 

Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

East Lake Family YMCA

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