Preschool Activity Specialist

Pittsford, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=2300+West+Jefferson+Road+Pittsford+NY+USA+14534)

Job Type

Part-time

Description

$16.25/hr. and a Free YMCA Membership

9:30am-12pm; Tuesday/Friday

Under the general direction of the Program Director, the Specialist is responsible for planning and implementing the daily program as it relates to the designated special activities. This position is responsible engaging children in healthy, safe, and fun environment. The position is responsible for demonstrating YMCA leadership competencies to ensure the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of Greater Rochester are conveyed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, develop, and implement activities in designated area.

• With the assistance of the Director, prepare a list of supplies and materials needed for the school year.

• Maintain respective program areas and materials

• Observe and promote safety and security procedures.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with participants, parents and volunteers

• Create a climate that will foster the goals and objectives of the YMCA of Greater Rochester.

• Keeps accurate, detailed records of incident reports and other necessary documentation.

• Responds to emergencies appropriately in accordance to his/her level of training and circumstances.

• Maintain all required certifications.

• Attend all required trainings, meetings, and other designated YMCA events

• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.

• Must have two years of college or equivalent work experience in the specific program area.

• Have one year experience working with children under 5 years of age, preferably in an organized setting.

• Bring to this position maturity, responsibility, and a sincere interest in working with people.

• Have strong interpersonal, communication, and organization skills.

• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.

• Possess knowledge of age appropriate activities and expectations of children ages 2- 5 years old.

• Current certification in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid required; certifications must be valid/current before the first day of staff training and throughout the duration of your employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to supervise children by sight and sound at all times.

• Ability to move quickly to react to safety issues in the setting (i.e. climbing, aggressive behavior).

• Ability to remain calm, objective and respectful in potentially stressful situations (i.e. crying upset child, upset parent, or upset staff).

• Ability to move around the room to assist children and supervise children with daily activities, social interaction, physical and emotional needs.

• Ability to lift young children and objects (food baskets and supplies) up to 40 lbs.

• Ability to work in all elements (i.e. outside in all weather)

• Ability to move from program site to branch or site to site, and is required to enter all YMCA environments including, program space, buses, schools, pools, and program area.

Salary Description

$16.25 per hour