POSITION SUMMARY: 

Under the supervision of the Program Director, a After School Staff is the primary care providers and mentors for students enrolled in the program. After School Staff are responsible for individualized student care, carrying out overall program operations, maintaining program equipment and general facility cleanliness. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: 

1. Ensure the guidance and safety of all children in your care 
2. Responsible for assisting with supervising and implementing activities 
3. Adhere to daily classroom schedule in accordance with the program 
4. Maintain positive relationships and interactions with children, parents, and other teachers and staff members 
5. Be responsible for knowing children’s whereabouts at all times 
6. Maintain effective lines of communication with families with respect to confidentiality 
7. Display and exemplify the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all aspects of the job performance and in relationships with others 
8. Assure child care licensing rules are met 
9. Perform other duties as assigned 
10. Other duties as assigned by supervisor 

RESPONSIBILITIES WHEN INTERACTING WITH CHILDREN: 

1. Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with dignity and respect 
2. Consistently demonstrate positive discipline; teach and redirect rather than scolding or reprimanding them; firmly and consistently enforce the rules 
3. Express clear expectations and hold children accountable for adhering to them 
4. Help children to develop a positive self-esteem and sense of self-worth 
5. Consistently demonstrate and reinforce the values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility 

Job Description cont. for After School Staff 

YMCA COMPETENCIES: 

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. 

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. 

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. 

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Be at least seventeen years of age 
• Has the ability to maintain confidentiality, maintain appropriate records and carry out job responsibilities in a timely manner 
• Committed to the needs and interests of the program 
• Must be organized and attentive to detail 
• Good communication skills 
• Ability to function as part of a team and leader in a mature and responsible manner 
• Ability to be punctual daily 
• Be certified in First Aid and CPR (we can do certifications) 
• Display the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility both in and out of the YMCA