3400 13th St N, Arlington, VA 22201, USA
Job Description
Posted Friday, March 28, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:
Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Executive Director, is responsible for managing an off-site school age child care center, Summer Camp, supervising the staff and for planning, developing and implementing the Association's child care/summer camp curriculum.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Provides guidance, leadership, or training to other employees (no direct supervision)Directly responsible for supervising non-exempt, clerical, or office administration personnelDirectly responsible for supervising exempt, professional, or technical employeesDirectly responsible for supervising supervisory/managerial employeesOrganizational Structure:
Job title to which this position reports: Associate Executive Director
Job titles directly reporting to this position: Group Leaders and Camp Counselors
Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plans, supervises, and implements the YMCA School Age and/or YUSA Day Camp Curriculum and schedules staff in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA.Maintains responsibility for the safety of the children at the site.Supervises the senior group leaders, group leaders, and volunteers in the classroom or at the site.Maintains staff/child ratios by using substitutes or substituting for other staff when necessary.Provides guidance to senior group leaders and group leaders to effectively develop and carry out appropriate weekly lesson plans for daily activities.Effectively communicates regularly with school principals and parents, through newsletters, calendar of activities, etc.Conducts parent/teacher meetings as necessary.Documents attendance, absenteeism and all incidents for each child in compliance with licensing requirements.Maintains effective communications with the schools, teachers, principals or other host organizations, to ensure their continued support of YMCA programs.Maintains site in compliance with licensing requirements at all times.Completes staff evaluations at least annually and ensures that staff complete required hours of training annually.Plans special events, field trips or programs for school holidays and provides for parent-child events during the year.Maintains responsibility for the appearance of the site, the quality of supplies, equipment and materials used.Attends staff meetings, and periodically submits progress reports to the supervisor.Maintains accountability for the budget given to the site, and ensures full enrollment, accurate payments and registrations.Maintains responsibility for directing the activities of the site at all times.Creates quality child care programs that reflect a positive image of the YMCA and its services to the community.Provides positive growth and nurturing of children in the program by meeting individual developmental needs.Creates a warm and friendly atmosphere in which families grow.Upholds the YMCA Code of Conduct.Participates in YMCA activities and events as requested.Attends all YMCA training programs and staff meetings as requested.Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular.Other duties as required.Customer Service Standards:
Staff Engagement:
Greets all children with a smile and by name.Provides ongoing feedback on the child's progress and development.Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child.Facility Excellence:
Provides a safe and clean environment for all kids.Is knowledgeable about the other service area programs and offerings.Show:
Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child.Builds lasting positive relationships with parents and their kids.Mission Advancement:
Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.Community - Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.Inclusion - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.Relationships - Builds rapport and relates well to others.Communication - Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.Operational Effectiveness:
Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.Personal Growth:
Self Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.Functional Expertise - 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.Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience:
Must be at least 18 years of age.Current CPR and First Aid Certification.Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test.Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting.Must meet the county/state licensing requirements.Must have a minimum of two years' experience supervising other staff.Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude.Must be able to work as a team member.Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents.Must understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to YMCA character development.Complete Training for:
Facility Orientation.Child Care Policy/Prevention of child abuse.Staff/Parent Handbook.Emergency Procedures.Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification.Working Conditions:
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children.Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds.Must have visual acuity to observe all children.3400 13th St N, Arlington, VA 22201, USA
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