The Family YMCA
After-School Assistant Site Director
The Family YMCA, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
After-School Assistant Site Director - 2024-2025 School Year
Type:
Part-timePay Rate:
$17.00 per hourSchedule:
20-25 hours per week (varied hours)Location:
The Family YMCA
FREE Y membership!FREE after school child care for up to 2 of your elementary school age children (4K-6th grade). Discount available for additional children.
Job Summary
We're looking for someone special to join our team as an Assistant After-School Site Director! In this role, you'll work closely with our After-School Site Director to create a safe, caring, and enriching environment for the children in our YMCA After-School programs. You'll be a role model for kids, parents, and coworkers, embodying the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
What You'll Do
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Follow all YMCA Childcare policies and attend monthly staff meetings.
Work as part of a team, keeping open communication with coworkers, parents, and the Child Development Director.
Build positive relationships with school staff like principals, teachers, and custodians.
Keep an accurate headcount of the children at the site and make sure everyone is safe.
Help maintain a clean and organized environment, including light janitorial duties.
Make sure all supplies are well-stocked and school rules are followed.
Interacting with Children:
Engage with the children in a positive way, always treating them with respect.
Use positive discipline to guide behavior and help kids develop self-esteem.
Be clear about expectations and help kids learn from their actions.
Reinforce the YMCA's values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
Interacting with Parents:
Make sure children are released to the correct parent, using ID if needed.
Keep parents informed about program details and their child’s behavior.
Encourage parents to get involved in special events or field trips.
Supervisory Duties:
Assist in planning and running activities and programs.
Step in for the Site Director when they’re not available.
Supervise and support counselors, making sure they follow program policies.
Attend and contribute to site meetings.
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience:
Age 18+ required
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (recreation, social work, psychology, etc.) preferred.
Minimum 1 year of experience working with children, or an Associate Degree in early childhood education, is required.
Skills & Knowledge:
Experience planning age-appropriate activities and supervising kids.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work with budgets and manage program administration.
Must be dependable, able to work a flexible schedule, and practice professionalism at all times.
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire).
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and stand for up to 5 hours.
Must be able to run up to 100 yards in an emergency.
Must be in good health and drug-free.
Professional Expectations
As an Assistant After-School Site Director, you'll play a key role in delivering a positive and safe experience for all the children in our care. You’ll represent the YMCA’s values, work well with diverse groups, and be committed to self-improvement and embracing change.
Compensation & Culture
At the YMCA, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community. We believe in supporting each other and working together to strengthen our community. If you're genuine, welcoming, and determined to make a difference, you'll fit right in!
Benefits:
Employee discount
Schedule:
Afternoon shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Los Alamos, NM (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Los Alamos, NM: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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Type:
Part-timePay Rate:
$17.00 per hourSchedule:
20-25 hours per week (varied hours)Location:
The Family YMCA
FREE Y membership!FREE after school child care for up to 2 of your elementary school age children (4K-6th grade). Discount available for additional children.
Job Summary
We're looking for someone special to join our team as an Assistant After-School Site Director! In this role, you'll work closely with our After-School Site Director to create a safe, caring, and enriching environment for the children in our YMCA After-School programs. You'll be a role model for kids, parents, and coworkers, embodying the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
What You'll Do
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Follow all YMCA Childcare policies and attend monthly staff meetings.
Work as part of a team, keeping open communication with coworkers, parents, and the Child Development Director.
Build positive relationships with school staff like principals, teachers, and custodians.
Keep an accurate headcount of the children at the site and make sure everyone is safe.
Help maintain a clean and organized environment, including light janitorial duties.
Make sure all supplies are well-stocked and school rules are followed.
Interacting with Children:
Engage with the children in a positive way, always treating them with respect.
Use positive discipline to guide behavior and help kids develop self-esteem.
Be clear about expectations and help kids learn from their actions.
Reinforce the YMCA's values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
Interacting with Parents:
Make sure children are released to the correct parent, using ID if needed.
Keep parents informed about program details and their child’s behavior.
Encourage parents to get involved in special events or field trips.
Supervisory Duties:
Assist in planning and running activities and programs.
Step in for the Site Director when they’re not available.
Supervise and support counselors, making sure they follow program policies.
Attend and contribute to site meetings.
What We're Looking For
Education & Experience:
Age 18+ required
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (recreation, social work, psychology, etc.) preferred.
Minimum 1 year of experience working with children, or an Associate Degree in early childhood education, is required.
Skills & Knowledge:
Experience planning age-appropriate activities and supervising kids.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work with budgets and manage program administration.
Must be dependable, able to work a flexible schedule, and practice professionalism at all times.
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire).
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and stand for up to 5 hours.
Must be able to run up to 100 yards in an emergency.
Must be in good health and drug-free.
Professional Expectations
As an Assistant After-School Site Director, you'll play a key role in delivering a positive and safe experience for all the children in our care. You’ll represent the YMCA’s values, work well with diverse groups, and be committed to self-improvement and embracing change.
Compensation & Culture
At the YMCA, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community. We believe in supporting each other and working together to strengthen our community. If you're genuine, welcoming, and determined to make a difference, you'll fit right in!
Benefits:
Employee discount
Schedule:
Afternoon shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Childcare: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
First Aid Certification (Preferred)
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Los Alamos, NM (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Los Alamos, NM: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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