Youth Program Leader

at  Armed Services YMCA of The U S A

SUMMARY:

Are you ready to embark on a mission where fun, creativity, and caring collide? We’re on the lookout for a Youth Program Leader who’s not just a pro at supervising, but also a master at turning every moment into an opportunity for learning and laughter.

What experience and skills you will need to be successful:

• Possess at least a high school diploma or GED, coupled with a minimum of 1 year in supervised programmatic child care.
• Hold a degree in fields such as psychology, elementary education, child development, or related disciplines (preferred but not mandatory).
• Successfully pass background checks and drug testing to maintain the safety of our hero headquarters.
• Meet current health and sanitation requirements, along with passing random drug testing, criminal background checks, and employment reference background checks

Operation Hero Prodigy:

• Craft an awe-inspiring curriculum that sparks imaginations.
• Coordinate activities, games, and lessons that turn learning into a joyous adventure.
• Inject a weekly theme to transform mundane days into extraordinary escapades.
• Instill YMCA character values like caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty.

Logistics Guru:

• Set the stage 30 minutes before class time, ensuring a well-prepared environment.
• Guarantee a well-organized, safe, and clean space for the children’s activities.

Master of Relationships:

• Forge robust connections with school personnel and families, utilizing charm for effective communication.
• Navigate conflicts with the finesse of a seasoned negotiator.

Continuous Improvement Crusader:

• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings with the eagerness of a perpetual learner.
• Share insights and coordinate lesson plans and activities with fellow facilitators.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide parents with insightful feedback on their children’s progress.
• Compile end-of-year reports, monthly attendance records, and gather essential classroom resources.
• Manage cash receipts and ensure a stock of healthy snacks for participants.

What experience and skills you will need to be successful:

• Possess at least a high school diploma or GED, coupled with a minimum of 1 year in supervised programmatic child care.
• Hold a degree in fields such as psychology, elementary education, child development, or related disciplines (preferred but not mandatory).
• Successfully pass background checks and drug testing to maintain the safety of our hero headquarters.
• Meet current health and sanitation requirements, along with passing random drug testing, criminal background checks, and employment reference background checks.