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Assistant Child Development Director

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Boston, MA, USA
Full-time

We are looking for a professional who either already has an education degree or who has completed substantial work toward a degree and has substanial childcare experience. The hours are usually 2-6 MTRF and Wed. 12-6. Occassional full days, including all vacation weeks and days off from school. We are looking for someone who either has or is able to get their 7D. Applicants must be at least age 21.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Keep safety of children as a first priority
  • Provide students with homework/academic support
  • Use positive methods of child guidance
  • Supervise children to ensure safety and appropriate behavior and manage transitions smoothly
  • Work to meet daily duties/needs of the program, and to be responsible for making sure that materials are ready for use and put away at the end of the day
  • Develop and implement curriculum that reinforces lessons learned during the school day
  • Greet all parents and update them on children's progress
  • As appropriate, participate in events based within the school and/or the YMCA
  • Attend all staff meetings, training sessions, and program special events as assigned
  • Participate in at least ten (20) hours of professional development per year

Administration & Management:

  • Plan, schedule, and implement structured, high-quality programming that aligns with school day learning
  • Translate EEC state regulations into daily practices and program policies
  • Maintenance of open, effective communication and interaction among the programs and partners; engagement of parents/families
  • Performance of other duties as requested by YMCA supervisor or school principal

Leadership & Communication:

  • Develop & instill strong, positive program culture among staff, students, families, and larger school community
  • Develop and maintain strong school relationships with the principal, teachers, and other staff of the designated Public School
  • Participate in networking meetings with YMCA Directors

Family & Teacher Engagement:

  • Institute with Site Director a system for communicating with parents, teachers, and other school personnel on individual student needs and assessments
  • Director I or Director II qualified by Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations.
  • Knowledge of school-based programming .
  • Must be motivated, energetic, punctual, responsible, and exhibit a positive attitude to be an excellent role model for children and staff members.
  • Ability to lead, teach, and interact with parents, staff, teachers, children, and the school community.
  • Full commitment to the mission/philosophy of the designated location and YMCA Program
  • Knowledge of and ability to facilitate Early Education & Care (EEC) regulations and hold EEC DI or DII Certification
  • Excitement and positive attitude toward working with children
  • Dedication to the pursuit of education (for self and students)
Skills/Experience: 

 

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
May 17 2018
Active Until: 
Jun 17 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit