After School Care Assistant Teacher

AFTER SCHOOL CARE ASSISTANT TEACHER 

Are you looking for a company that inspires you to do great things? We are looking for leaders that want the opportunity to improve their community, teach others healthy habits, and impact the lives of hundreds of youths. At the YMCA we are on a relentless quest to make our communities stronger through people like you working at the Pueblo YMCA. The After School Care Assistant Teacher will help support the day-to-day operations of the after-school program including activities, arts and crafts, games, educational programs, and homework.

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Helps with the daily operations of the after-school program
• Assists with activities such as homework, games, arts and crafts, and educational programs
• Enforces all YMCA childcare rules and regulations and ensures safety in the facilities
• Greets new arrivals and introduces them to other children
• Reports camper complaints to leadership and helps to resolve the issues
• Supervises and interacts with children
• Assists in organization of age-appropriate activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a variety of environments which can include but are not limited to, office settings, pools, gymnasiums, and outdoors. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and varying fitness equipment. The noise level in the work environment can vary from quiet to moderate during office hours and moderate too loud during event hours. This position works a varied work week as determined by the needs required to manage operations and events of which can include working evening, weekend, and additional hours to accommodate program and other activities representing the organization and branch operation.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 21 years of age
• Previous experience working with children preferred
• Must pass reference checks and background screenings, which include fingerprint check
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude
• Excellent communication skills

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR/First Aid*
• Must be willing to be trained in bussing

*Note: If not currently certified, must obtain certification within 30 days of hire. The * noted certification training programs are provided by the YMCA of the Pueblo.

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible)
• Adult membership to the YMCA of Pueblo
• 50% discount on Association member rate for classes or programs that require a member fee
• Career development and training opportunities