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Overview

We have a strong commitment to equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Grade 14 Hiring range: $24.00 – 26.84/hr

Tell me about this job!

As the Program Supervisor of our Year Round Youth Development Programs you will lead and develop our before and after school during the school year and day camp staff in the summer. This position will serve on an engaging and dynamic team, playing a key role in ensuring planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum are provided to the participants. You will oversee the planning and implementation of a safe and quality child care program providing day-to-day support and overall management of the program site. You will supervise and evaluate the staff and volunteers, including hiring and training, maintaining required staff/child ratios and conducting regular staff meetings. You will be an important part of helping maintain professional relationships with families, facility/school personnel, and the community.

Job Site Options :

• Wilder Elementary - 22130 NE 133rd St, Woodinville, WA 98077

• Einstein Elementary - 18025 NE 116th St, Redmond, WA 98052

• Horace Mann Elementary - 17001 NE 104th St, Redmond, WA 98052

• Ben Rush Elementary - 6101 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052

• Audubon Elementary - 3045 180th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052

  *This is a Full-Time Onsite Position.

  Monday – Friday 6:45am – start of schoolMonday – Friday end of school – 6:00pm

  Administrative hours are provided and AM shifts are variable due to program need. The position is based out of one location, but you will be asked to support and/or substitute at nearby sites when needed. Hours and shifts are determined by the school schedules, supervisors will be expected to work 35-40 hours in a combination of admin and in ratio hours.

  What you'll get from working at The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance

• Retirement with generous employer contributions

• Free access to mental health resources

• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire

• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs

  MMR Vaccination Required : Licensed School Age Programs require Mumps, Measles and Rubella immunization in accordance with Department of Children, Youth and Family requirements.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

• Ensures planning and implementation of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum. Is responsible for the quality and completion of all program plans, including lesson, behavior and event plans.

• Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates child care site staff/volunteers. Is responsible for professional development planning. Conducts staff meetings and organizes trainings. Maintains required staff/child ratios.

• Professionally communicates as needed confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians including newsletters, individual parent communication and parent/teacher conferences.

• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.

• Maintains professional relationships with families, facility/school personnel and the community. May plan and conduct events for parents.

• Maintains required child/staff ratio. Provides direct supervision to a group of children.

• Maintain required records according to YMCA and DEL standards, including attendance records, immunization records, registration information, accident reports, discipline records and fire evacuation records.

• Recruits new enrollments and works in partnership with the school to be an onsite partner with school staff and administration.

• Ensures that site supplies are maintained and purchased as necessary.

• May assist with developing and monitoring department budgets and responsible for managing the site budget.

• Ensures developmentally appropriate classrooms including appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.

• May supervise a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.

• Purchase, prepare and serve snacks.

• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

  Physical Demands

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Code of Conduct for Applicants (https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=191063&hashed=999166779)

Qualifications

What we're looking for in an applicant

• Bachelor's degree in relevant program area or equivalent education/experience. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered. Forty-five or more college credits in programming related to child development preferred.

• Two years or more years of experience with staff and volunteer supervision, program development, budget management.

• Experience and knowledge with youth behavior management and child abuse prevention.

• Intermediate computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite.

• Ability to visit sites and community organizations.

• We require pre-employment TB tests and MMR vaccination. To make this process convenient for our new hires, we offer Concentra options at no cost to you.

  Preferred Education/Experience

• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

  You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment

• Are very adaptable

• Have high ownership and strong work ethic

• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet

• Truly enjoy being of service to people

• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together

• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

  At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.

  Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.

  “YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran , or any other status protected by local, state , or federal law.

  We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

  If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org or the HR department at 206.382.5082.”

  MISSION STATEMENT:

  Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

  OUR VALUES:

• Respect

• Responsibility

• Honesty

• Caring

• Passion for Excellence