School-Age Site Supervisor

Description

Position Summary:

The Site Supervisor is responsible for ensuring adherence to all Department of Early Learning and Care [DELC] rules and regulations.  Responsible for supervising approximately five staff members who meet applicable licensing qualifications. To supervise groups of school age children and ensure all children’s individual needs are met with dignity and respect as well as their safety by following YMCA and ELD policies and procedures. To follow and create planned curriculum under the direction of the Multi-Site Director. To implement provided curriculum according to the weekly schedule along with planned weekly activities in art, stem and humanities. To model, practice and carry out the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Programs take place at various sites in Salem-Keizer and throughout the greater communities, Monday - Friday. Before school hours typically range from 6:45-9:15am, After-school hours typically range from 2:00-6:00pm depending on site location and school schedules. The Site Supervisors work additional set hours for prep/planning time (Max 29 hours per week).  Must be available for school days off. Our programs serve children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Summer availability is preferred but not required.

Our Culture:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At 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 relentless to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to obtain hands-on Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certification
• Ability to obtain Food Handler’s Card
• Ability to pass a background check

And ONE of the following:

• An associate degree at a college or university in any child education or development program.
• At least a step 6 in the Oregon Registry – ORO 
• At least 3 months (240 hours) of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Childcare Center or comparable group care program, in the care of school-age children
• At least 60 hours within the program AND 20 hours of training, completed within the last 5 years, focused on school-age childcare that meets core knowledge criteria: on Table 2 of 414-310-0300. 

Physical/Mental Requirements: 

· Must be physically capable of lifting 40 pounds.

· Must be able to quickly reach a person and/or situation to prevent harm.

 · Must be physically capable of observing and listening for stressful situations at all times.

Essential Functions:  

· Interact and relate with youth and serve as a positive role model. 

· Work as a team with Program Leads, Assistant Programs Leaders, Site Supervisors, and Leadership 

· Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities.

· Provide activities that include exposure to arts, individual projects, physical activities, Social and Emotional Learning activities and opportunities with consideration given to each child’s individual needs.

· Assist in supervising and training all Program Leads and Assistant Program Leaders 

· Create and post daily schedules with the assistance from Multi-Site Director 

· Prepare for, organize and maintain all purchasing and supplies for designated site

· Ensure that daily attendance and youth information is current and up to date. 

· Attend monthly meetings and one-on-one sessions with Multi-Site Director at the Salem Family YMCA 

Health and Safety:

· Must know where all children enrolled in the program are at all times, never be alone with a child. 

· Follow snack protocol.

· Care properly for program equipment and check daily for safety.

· Equipment will be organized, stored safely and easily accessible to children and staff.

· Indoor and outdoor space is monitored daily for health and safety concerns.

· Any health and safety concerns are to be reported to the Multi-Site Director immediately. 

· Line of sight and positioning to maintain situational awareness.

· Follow all YMCA Safety and licensing protocols, ensuring on-site staff are as well.

· Maintain proper ratios of 1:15, not to exceed less than 1:3 

· Site Lead is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of all children and staff. In regard to established YMCA policies and protocols, as well as licensing regulations.

Behavior Management:

· Must understand the difference between discipline and punishment.

· Establish supportive relationships with children and implement developmentally appropriate techniques of behavior and group management.

· Use positive verbal and non-verbal communication with children and parents to build trusting and stable relationships.

· Set and consistently communicate limits for acceptable behavior with logical, relevant and immediate consequences.

· Ensure staff are knowledgeable on YMCA discipline policies.

· Manage and address behavioral concerns with children and families. In partnership with the Multi-Site Director and/or the YD Director.

· Establish positive relationships with school staff to ensure a strong partnership.

· Establish positive relationships with families.

All candidates must have reliable transportation. Job offers are contingent upon completion of a rigorous criminal history background check.

Pay Rate: $19.00/hr.