Summer Camp - Assistant Director at YMCA OF CENTRAL KENTUCKY in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

General Function:? Responsible for the overall operation of a before and/or after school? site /camp site including management, safety of children, planning and implementing appropriate lesson plans, building positive parent and host relationships.?? Responsible for the direct supervision of the site staff and their activities.? Work with staff to provide a program which will foster children's social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth.

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Schedule?- Summer Camp M-F; schedule varies between 7:30am - 5:30pm

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Principle Activities:

Using the appropriate YMCA curriculum, planning activities that take into consideration the needs of each child and the goals and objectives of the YMCA
Being responsible for the safety of the children at all times
Planning daily/weekly/monthly lesson plans, and assisting the staff in their implementation
Being responsible for daily record keeping and adherence to all requirements
Supervising staff in all areas following all YMCA Human Resources policies
Attending all staff meetings and training as required by the YMCA and state licensing.
Overseeing the daily maintenance of the space and facility
Attending and/or conducting parent conferences if needed
Planning and implementation of family activities
Attend/work the school's open house at the start of the school year and at least one additional school function.
Maintaining positive relationships and open communication with other staff, parents, children and school/host personnel
Control and maintain supplies and inventory
Responsible for meeting the individual needs of all children at the site
Know and follow all YMCA emergency procedures
Follow all procedures for collection of fees, maintaining accounts, and maintaining and submitting all financial paperwork
Must maintain state licensing standards and work with state licensing inspectors
Must keep individual participant files complete and up to date
Must keep staff files complete and up to date
Must organize and plan programs on all schools' days out, and report to work as assigned ensuring all policies and procedures for YMCA School Age Child Care programs are followed.
Prepare and post monthly snack calendar following all YMCA and state licensing requirements.
Shop for snack and other supplies working within budget.
Publish a weekly newsletter for parents.
Follow all procedures/policies presented in the Site Directors Notebook and Site Director training.
Participate in association events as assigned.
Develop and lead a Campaign for Kids fundraising campaign at site and as assigned by supervisor.
Assume other duties as directed by YMCA administration

Essential Functions:

Must be able to visually supervise the children
Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff and parents
Must be able to move freely and quickly through the building and outside
Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications
Must be able to remain alert while on duty
Must be able to comprehend state licensing rules and regulations and implement them daily
Basic record keeping
Basic mathematical skills with speed and accuracy
Must be able to lift 50 pounds 3 feet off the ground

Entry Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must have a high school diploma, two years of previous experience with children and some college education
Must meet the state licensing requirements for a director of a child care center
Must have the ability to work well with children in cooperation with other staff, and parents
Must build strong relationships with school administrators and faculty
Must be able to perform essential functions as listed

Job Requirements:

Must maintain a current TB test assessment
Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications
Must understand the needs of and be able to effectively care for children ages 5-12
Must have the ability to work well with children in cooperation with staff, and parents of participants
Must have strong communication skills, practical and strong decision making skills, versatility, initiative, and strong human relation skills
Must be able to supervise staff
Must learn and maintain state licensing rules as they apply to the program
Must attend required YMCA and state licensing training within allotted time
Must be able to perform essential functions as listed.

FREE?city-wide YMCA membership

Discounted Program Fees

Flexible Work Schedules

Training Opportunities