SKILLBRIDGE Child & Youth Program Lead/Assistant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Complete staff and organization training to acquire knowledge and methodologies so you can create and implement high-quality, age-appropriate lessons that follow outlined curriculum to promote STREAM, literacy, health and safety, environmental awareness, character development, and incorporate the YMCA character values of caring, respect, responsibility and honesty;
• Maintain accurate attendance;
• Supervise children at all times, making sure no child is left unattended (regularly completing name- face counts);
• Assist in facilitating field trips and weekly swimming trips to a local pool;
• Assist in creating an attractive learning environment;
• Promote a positive, FUN attitude that fosters teamwork and collaboration that is child-centered;
• Adhere to all policies/procedures as set forth in the parent/guardian and employee handbooks;
• Maintain an organized, safe learning environment, securing all ASYMCA materials and supplies;
• Stay engaged and interacting with students while in your care;
• Encourage problem solving, conflict resolution and self-regulation;
• Clean and sanitize all toys, manipulatives, and classroom areas (required to complete all opening and closing procedures on the daily checklist);
• Model healthy habits and behaviors;
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect to the Child & Youth Programs Director immediately;
• Document all incidents and injuries fully, following all policies and procedures as per licensing regulations specified by the Virginia Department of Education;
• Communicate program concerns to the Child & Youth Programs Director or SAC Manager in a timely manner;
• Check ASYMCA email daily and respond promptly to requests;
• Dress professionally, wearing ASYMCA staff shirts with name badge, keeping in mind that this position serves as the role model for students, recognizing staff represents the Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads at all times;
• Log work hours daily u
• Serve as a substitute as needed; and
• Other duties, as assigned.

For more information, please contact the Child & Youth Programs Director, Tessa Davis by email at tdavis@asymca.org or call 757-363-1884.

The Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

                                                            Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads

1465 Lakeside Rd.

 Virginia Beach, VA 23455
 

Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.