YMCA of Metro North·Saugus, Massachusetts
The Group Leader will supervise school-age children in a safe and inclusive environment while facilitating games and homework assistance. They are also responsible for mentoring staff, promoting YMCA core values, and ensuring compliance with program regulations.
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Schedule: Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm or 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Our Saugus YMCA in Saugus Massachusetts is looking for great Group Leaders for the Saugus Y Academy Out-of-School Time program, including supervision of the program to provide children and families high quality care in a safe and inclusive environment. Play games, help with homework, and inspire others! We will train you!
Act as a mentor and resource for site staff to maintain a positive program climate.
Ensure the use of positive behavior guidance among program staff.
Assist with Lead enrollment, recruitment, and retention of students & families along with Program Administrator.
Promotes and incorporates the YMCA four core values and relevant trainings into all aspects of work, including curriculum, program, and staff and parent/youth interactions.
Work in camp during the summer months (if possible!) adhering to DPH regulations.
Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children’s activities.
Additional application requirements
An annual physical confirmed by a physician’s statement, including documentation of 2 MMR immunizations.
Clean criminal record check. (Must be able to pass an EEC Background Records Check prior to working directly with children.)
Verification of education and work experience for Position.
Completion of the DEEC Online Orientation Course for new educators within first 30 days of hire
Completion of Redwoods Online Trainings within first 30 days of hire.
Complete First Aid and CPR certifications within the first 30 days of hire.
Coordinator qualified by Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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