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The YMCA of the Pikes Peak region is looking for a compassionate, patient Site Supervisor to join our Before & After School program and help us to provide a safe and nurturing environment for our school aged children. The responsibilities of the Site Supervisor include creating an enriching learning environment and looking after the basic needs of the children under their care. To be a successful Site Supervisor, you should be patient, enthusiastic, and fun-loving. Ultimately, a top-notch Site Supervisor loves working with children and is passionate about child development and care.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Site Supervisor will administer, organize, and implement School Age Child Care Programs. You will provide leadership and supervision of the Before & After School Counselors and programming. As the Site Supervisor you will oversee administrative and program details. Each day, our Site Supervisors have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children, creating joy in each child's life by teaching through play and hands-on activities.

Currently hiring for positions at Fountain School District 8, District 2 and James Irwin Elementary.

SHIFT REQUIREMENTS:

Monday-Friday 6:15am-9:00am and 2:15pm-6:16pm

Monthly week-day evening and Saturday morning meetings.

SITE SUPERVISOR REQUIREMENTS:

• 21 Years of age or older
• Verifiable* education or training in work with school-age children in such areas as recreation, education, scouting or 4-H
• Completed at least one of the following qualifications:
  • A four (4) year college degree with a major such as recreation, outdoor education, education with a specialty in art, elementary or early childhood education, or a subject in the human service field; or
  • Two years of college training and six (6) months (910 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience, since attaining the age of eighteen (18), in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children; or
  • Three years (5640 hours) of satisfactory* and verifiable* full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience and one of the following qualifications:
    • Complete six semester hours, or nine quarter hours in course work from a regionally accredited college or university; or
    • 40 clock hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children and the department approved courses in injury prevention, and playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers within the first nine months of employment.
• Additional teaching and/or educational license/certificate is a big advantage
• In-depth knowledge of child development
• Must enjoy working with children
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Creative and artistic teaching abilities
• Attention to detail
• Great amount of patience and flexibility
• Experience in supervision of other employees.

• Verifiable and Satisfactory experience includes experience in the care and supervision of four or more children from the ages of four (4) to eighteen (18) years old, unrelated to the individual, since attaining the age of eighteen (18).

SITE SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and evaluate Group Leaders, Assistant Group Leaders and volunteers if applicable.
• Demonstrate fiscal accountability by following assigned budget guidelines.
• Design and implement curriculum that focuses on social, emotional and cognitive development by using the YMCA’s Nine Afterschool Components
• Provide caregiving activities and approach
• Use a variety of different teaching techniques and methods
• Develop programs and location set up that will provide a safe and nurturing, yet fun environment for children and staff
• Evaluate children’s engagement and performance, report on every child’s progress, ensuring every child is improving
• Develop and maintain timely communication with parents
• Identify behavioral problems and provide positive discipline that is age appropriate and maintains respect for the child.
• Collaborate with other colleagues
• Adhere to health and safety regulations
• Attend professional opportunities provided
• Maintain State licensing and YMCA Association Standards and Minimum Guidelines.

PART-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Free Family Membership
• Program discounts:
  • 50% off – Personal Training, Private Swim Lessons, Resident Camp
  • 100% off – Before & After School Care; Day Camp; Swim Lessons; Sports, Enrichment and Ignite/Small Group training
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION:

Support the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

The YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse. We will report all suspected and/or allegations of abuse to the state and federal law.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is a Drug and Alcohol-Free work environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to empower a qualified candidate with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.