Before & After School-Age Site Supervisor

Description

Montgomery Before & After School Program - Site Supervisor

Princeton, NJ   SACC and Youth Development

Description

An exciting opportunity to join a team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org

General Function:

Under the direction of the Montgomery School Age Child Care Director, the School Age Child Care Program Site Supervisor oversees the daily operations at a designated School Age Child Care (SACC) site and ensures the successful delivery of the program. The Counselor will assist the Site Director and will help the children with homework, create a fun and safe environment, and bring new ideas and games to the program. This job is fully on-site, not remote.

This position takes place on-site at our after school programs located in Montgomery Township schools.

Principal Activities:

• Supervises groups of children and leads staff.
• Plan and implement a varied and challenging program of activities for children (ages 6-13) which includes Homework Time, Enrichment Activities, Organized Physical Activities, Free Play, and Snack Time.
• Create and maintain a fun environment for children to work and play productively and comfortably, and have full access to all necessary materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with children and families - Greet them in a positive manner every day.
• Communicate issues related to the program to the SACC Director.
• With Director, support parent/family communication and follow-up.
• With Director, facilitate planning and participate in-service meetings.
• Supervise and manage daily snack.
• Maintain and track supplies for programs and activities including equipment and program supplies; administrative supplies; and first aid equipment.
• Maintain site/room, equipment, and materials in an orderly and safe manner.
• Manage rosters and attendance records and assure accurate record-keeping.
• Implement safety measures/regulations in compliance with NJ Department of Children & Families – Office of Licensing & Community Partners.
• Supervise and document regular safety drills.
• Organize and manage site-based licensing paperwork.
• Ensure implementation of the health and safety policies that pertain to program participants and staff at all times, including follow through on all incident reports and document filing.
• Ensure that all Emergency Procedures are carried out in accordance with Princeton YMCA & Greater Somerset County YMCA standard operating procedures.
• Support efforts of promotion and publicity of all YMCA programs.
• Demonstrate leadership and be a positive influence and role model to colleagues and staff.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• At least two years of experience working with children in a school, after school, or camp setting
• Experience with children in school, after school, or camp setting
• Sound judgment, ability to prioritize and be self-directed, and work independently
• Ability to work flexibly with a collaborative team of staff members and volunteers
• Ability to maintain systems for accurate record keeping
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or obtain within 90 days of hire
• Must be willing to work with all persons without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socioeconomic status or disability
• Positive, “can do” attitude which is demonstrated by a willingness to pitch in and help wherever needed as well as an ability to anticipate what is needed
• Must be committed to the goals and objectives of the Princeton YMCA programs
• Must be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards and best practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or above in Elementary Education, Recreation, or other Child-Related Field

Hours & Compensation:

Available working hours are Monday-Friday from 7:00am-9:30am (Before School) or 3:30pm – 6pm (After School). Specific hours may vary based on program site. Hours worked will be between 15-30 hours per week, depending on personal availability.

This job takes place between September 2024 - June 2025.

Location:

Montgomery Township Schools

Orchard Hill Elementary (Grade K-2)

244 Orchard Road

Skillman, NJ 08558

Village Elementary (Grade 3-4) - Before & After Care Available

100 Main Boulevard

Skillman, NJ 08558

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include:

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.