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Located at Stanley Elementary School which is a short walking distance from Brandeis!

Under the supervision of the Site Director/Program Administrator, and with direction from the Child Development and OST Programming Department, the OST Educator plans and implements classroom curriculum, provides homework assistance, communicates information to families, and maintains a safe, healthy, warm, engaging, and attractive environment. Age-appropriate activities should provide for growth in cognitive skills, self-awareness, peer relationships, and character development. The educator conducts him/herself in a caring, responsible, honest, and respectful manner and is a role model for colleagues, as well as for program participants and families. In addition, he/she ensures focus on programming that promotes healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development with the ultimate goal to position the YMCA of Greater Boston to be the child care program of choice for families and school districts, providing the best in outcomes, staff and level of innovation.

General Responsibilities

This employee ensures:

• Group/Program curricula that provide growth in cognitive skills, self-awareness, group relationships, and character development.
• Ensures adherence to EEC licensing standards, and perpetuates an inclusive culture.
• Communicates information to parents.
• Maintains a program environment that is safe, healthy and engaging.
• A developmentally sound program for children which provides positive channels to grow, learn and develop to their full potential.
• A program which meets community needs in a manner consistent with the YMCA mission.
• Participates in YMCA annual campaign efforts.

Qualifications

This employee ensures:

• Must meet EEC Out-of-School Time Educator requirements.
• Must be diligent regarding the pursuit of education.Excellent public relations and conflict resolution skills in order to facilitate positive relationships with parents, staff, children and outside agencies.
• Commitment to the philosophy and goals of the Y, particularly those identified as outcomes for children participating in YMCA of Greater Boston Early Education and OST programs.

Responsibilities

• Keeps safety of children as first priority; emphasizes personal safety and emotional well-being with the children, parents and early education staff.
• Uses positive and constructive methods of child guidance, while ensuring that all staff does the same.
• Adheres to the rules, regulations and procedures set forth by the YMCA of Greater Boston, the branch location and the Department of Early Education and Care, as applicable.
• Ensures supervision of children and management of smooth transitions to promote safety and appropriate behavior.
• Works with the Site Director in the design of the program space and maintain facility and supplies at all times.
• Assists the Site Director with relevant assessments on a variety of levels throughout the year by means of progress reports, parent surveys and program self-assessment.
• Provides children with a well-balanced curriculum of specific, planned learning experiences that support their social, emotional, physical, cognitive and language development.
• Utilizes a curriculum which is developmentally and linguistically appropriate; provides for the development, interests and temperaments of individual children; supports school day learning and educational development; and includes goals for the knowledge and skills to be acquired by children in various areas of learning.
• Assumes accountability for all children assigned to his/her group and connects daily with parents/guardians.
• Maintains accurate attendance, evaluations, and proper reporting as required.
• Performs other duties as requested by supervisor or branch executive.

Effect on End Results

Effectiveness is measured by:

1. A warm, engaging environment for children, staff and families which meet quality standards and EEC licensing requirements.
2. A developmentally sound program for children which provides positive channels to grow, learn and develop to their full potential.
3. A program which meets the community needs, in a manner consistent with the YMCA mission.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

Mission Advancement

Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s 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.

Must have transportation as sites are not in walking distance. 

If interested, email Will Whittermore WWhittemore@ymcaboston.org.

Waltham Boys & Girls Club has 2 Work study positions Available!

20 Exchange Street | Waltham, MA  02451 [maps.google.com]

TITLE: Out of School Time Program (Group Leader)

SCHEDULE: School year position
Monday - Friday 2:45 pm-6:15pm; additional hours on no-school day, vacation weeks, as program needs - Students must be able to commit to full shifts, but do not need to work all 5 days per week.
SALARY: $17-20/hr based on experience

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
This position assists in developing and implementing program activities for youth in 1st-5th grade. This includes homework assistance, recreational activities, leadership development, education & career development, health & life skills, the arts, and sports & fitness. Maintaining rules and regulations to keep compliant with licensing while always keeping the children’s needs the highest priority is key.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Youth Development-
● Assist with activities that prepare youth for success.
● Maintain the area environment that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes
● Communicate with parent/guardians to promote programming and address member concerns

Programming-
● Assist in planning, development and implementation of services and activities such as character & leadership development, education & career development, health & life skills, the arts, and sports, fitness & recreation
● Typical activities include: gym games, board games, story time, art projects, cultural awareness activities
● Homework assistance
● Assist with food distribution- snack, dinner etc. Safety
● Supervise youth participants in the program ensuring their health and safety
● Maintain equipment and supplies in working order
● Assist in keeping all areas of the club clean and safe
● Follow safety guidelines Leadership
● Responsible for finding coverage/contacting supervisor when absent
● Maintain close, daily (when working) contact with Club staff, Club members, and supervisor to
● receive/provide information, discuss issues, explain or interpretguidelines/instructions; instruct, and advise/counsel.

Organization
● Complete necessary reports, sign out sheets and maintain records as needed for licensing
● Document incident/ accident reports when needed (IMR)

OTHER DUTIES:
● Attend monthly meetings
● Drive the Club van (Optional-see van driver requirements)
● Participate in Club events
● Perform other assignments as designated by the leadership team in order to facilitate the most
effective service to members, program participants, and the community.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
● Must be at least 18 years of age
● Meet one of the following requirements:
● Have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or Associate's Degree; and have three months of
● experience working with school age children; OR
● Have a high school diploma or equivalent: and have six months experience working with school
● age children including three months supervised experience at a school age child care program
● Willingness to have fun, be engaging and hands on working with youth
● Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
● Ability to maintain calm and organized in stressful situations
● Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics
● Offer contingent upon successful CORI, SORI and DCF background record check; as well as the
Fingerprint Criminal History Record Information check

If interested please contact Molly Parrott at mparrott@walthambgc.org

TITLE: Middle School Program Assistant

SCHEDULE: Monday 10:30 - 7:00 PM, Tuesday - Thursday; Friday 12:00 - 7:00 PM
SALARY: $17-20/hr based on experience

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
This position assists in developing and implementing program activities for youth in 6th through 8th grade. This includes homework assistance, recreational activities, leadership development, education & career development, health & life skills, the arts, and sports & fitness. Building relationships and program skill building will be important parts of this position as well.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
Youth Development-
● Assist with activities that prepare youth for success.
● Maintain the area environment that facilitates the achievement of youth development outcomes
● Help youth develop healthy social and emotional relationships amongst their peers
● Assist youth in problem solving

Programming-
● Assist with homework or tutoring
● Facilitate programming that may include: STEM, Art, Literacy, Sports & Recreation, and Leadership & Character Development
● Facilitate or assist with assigned groups, clubs or teams
● Assist in program development Safety
● Supervise youth participants ensuring their health and safety
● Follow and instruct others to follow all safety protocols and regulations
● Maintain equipment and supplies in working order
● Assist in keeping all areas of the club clean and safe Organization
● Complete necessary reports, sign out sheets and maintain records
● Document incident/ accident reports when needed (IMR)

Leadership
● Act as a leader in the Club following the Club mission

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
● A program assistant shall be at least 18 years of age
● Have a high school diploma or equivalent
● At least three months experience working with a diverse group of youth and/or teens
● Specialized experience in a program area
● Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
● Willingness to have fun, be engaging and supportive of youth
● Ability to maintain calm and organized in stressful situations
● Offer contingent upon successful CORI, SORI and DCF background record check; as well as the Fingerprint Criminal History Record Information check

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
● Required to drive Club van: 21 years of age, valid Massachusetts Driver’s License, and
clean driving record
● Four year degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
● A minimum of five years work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization
planning and supervising activities based on the developmental needs of young people.
● A minimum of two years work experience in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization
supervising and managing full-time staff.
● Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
● Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
● Demonstrated organizational, staff and project management abilities.
● Must have a valid driver’s license, CPR and First Aid Certifications or willing to obtain
within first 90 days
● Experience with: Teen programming, Licensed Camp Program, STEAM Programming
● Bi-lingual (Spanish English speaking) a plus
● Offer contingent upon successful CORI, SORI and DCF background record check; as well as the Fingerprint Criminal History Record Information check.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS-PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Environmental and Working Conditions:
Work is conducted in a Club setting, indoors and outside.
Physically able to lift, bend, stoop, climb and reach.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Demonstrated ability to: Maintain a high energy level. Be comfortable performing multifaceted projects
in conjunction with day-to-day activities.

If interested please contact Molly Parrott at mparrott@walthambgc.org