YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South·Millington, Tennessee
The Group Leader is responsible for implementing daily lesson plans and engaging children in activities to foster their social, physical, and mental growth. They must also ensure a safe environment by following licensing standards and YMCA safety policies.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the School Age Site Director, the part-time School Age Group Leader is responsible for implementing activities and executing daily lesson plans for the School Age Before and After School sites and Summer Programs. The School Age Group Leader will work with other site staff to foster children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth.
Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves staff at all levels in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.
Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Welcoming, Nurturing, Determined, Hopeful, and Genuine.
This part-time position is a split shift position that takes place Monday - Friday during before school and/or after school hours.
Available work schedules... before school (only) after school (only) before and after school WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to Climbing, sitting, reaching, crouching or crawling, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, and stooping Exposure to electrical/mechanical mechanisms Exposure to some chemical elements Exposure to extreme weather conditions Ability to lift up to 40 pounds Noise level usually minimal to moderate INFORMATION SECURITY & SENSITIVITY CONDITIONS: This position requires elevated security permissions (administrative) to one or more systems which store or maintain sensitive and/or confidential information This position requires access to sensitive and confidential information All system activity performed by individuals working in this position is subject to periodic system audits This position may be subject to privileged information such as organization changes, staffing changes, security events or other sensitive communications and is expected to protect and keep sensitive or confidential communications and/or information private Failure to comply with any security and/or sensitivity related duties as defined in this section will result in disciplinary action which may include termination The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. The role requires completion of state-mandated background checks, fingerprint clearances, and specific training certifications including CPR and First Aid.
Market context
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