Out of School Time Coordinator

YMCA
Hourly
$21.00
How to Apply
Apply Online
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Are you creative and able to coordinate programming for children? If so, please apply and join our team!
Job Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Child Care Services, the Out of School Time Coordinator plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum geared to the needs of each child in his/her care/classroom/program, including the health & safety of the children and adherence to all YMCA Child Protection policies. 

Out of School Time Coordinator (Full-Time, Hourly)

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Worcester, MA • Out of School Time

Description

Are you fun, creative, and able to coordinate and plan programming for school aged children? Are you a team player and ready to spread the Y values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to program participants, staff and Y community? If so, we would love for you to apply and join our School's Out team at the Central Community Branch YMCA! 

Under the supervision of the Director of Child Care Services, the Out of School Time Coordinator plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum geared to the needs of each child in his/her care/classroom/program, including the health & safety of the children and adherence to all YMCA Child Protection policies. 

Schedule: 40 hours per week. Typically, Mondays thru Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. 

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Pay: $21.00 per hour with full benefit package to include, generous PTO, Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Pet and Disability Insurance. 403b Retirement Savings account available with both pre-taxed and post taxed options, and once fully vested with the YMCA, the Y will pay into a 403a Retirement account for you! Employee assistance program and access to YMCA facilities for YMCA employees and immediate family members. 

If this sounds like something you are interested in, please consider applying online today with your resume/cover letter!

About Us:

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Central Massachusetts provides an environment that reflects, respects, and celebrates our differences and the richness of diversity, resulting in strengthening the foundation of community through our pillars of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Massachusetts is made up of our 6 branches throughout Worcester County: Central Community Branch (Worcester, MA), Greendale Family Branch (Worcester, MA), Boroughs Family Branch (Westborough, MA), Montachusett Community Branch (Fitchburg, MA), Leominster Community Branch (Leominster, MA), and Tri Community Branch (Southbridge, MA).  

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must have School Aged Educator qualifications required of Early Education and Care (DEEC)
  • 3 years of experience working in an afterschool setting or similar environment with experience managing staff, developing curriculum, implementing EEC regulations preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required; or within 60 days of hire
  • Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire 
  • Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred 
  • Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
  • Must be able to use Microsoft Office Suite software programs
Essential Functions
  • Plan and coordinate programming for youth participants 
  • Supervise OST Staff, program activities, and groups of children
  • Follow all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law, the YMCA, all MA Departments of EE&C regulations; maintains the program site, equipment; and required program records
  • Nurtures children through purposeful programming; plan activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are developmentally appropriate and are consistent with the Y's values. 
  • Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with youth; models relationship-building skills in all interactions
  • Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; connects families to the Y. 
  • Project a professional image, including a neat appearance, a positive manner and dependable attendance and be a role model for children families, and other staff. 
  • Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff trainings. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.