Ywca paraprofessional

YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts

JOB DESCRIPTION and SPECIFICS

POSITION: YWkids Paraprofessional

STATEMENT of DUTIES: Responsible for supervising activities and addressing the needs of all children enrolled in the school age child care program.

SUPERVISION: Reports to Director of Adult and Youth Services

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accepts responsibility for implementing the Mission of the YWCA.

● Provide one-on-one or small group support to children as assigned.

● Assist children in developing and practicing social skills, emotional regulation, and positive behavior.

● Reinforce learning and activity participation by using strategies consistent with program goals and behavioral support plans.

● Collaborate with program staff to maintain consistent routines, transitions, and behavioral expectations.

● Model appropriate language, behavior, and problem-solving skills for children.

● Support daily program activities such as homework help, arts and crafts, games, outdoor play, and enrichment projects.

● Ensure the physical and emotional safety of all children by maintaining active supervision and reporting concerns promptly.

● Document observations or behavioral incidents as required and communicate relevant updates to supervising staff.

● Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and training as assigned.

• Work with the Executive Director and Development Staff to achieve the YWCA’s overall resource development and communications goals.

• Attends and participates in meetings, conferences, trainings as required.

Other job-related duties and responsibilities may be assigned and/or the job description may change periodically to reflect changing organization needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework in education, child development, or psychology preferred.

● Minimum of 1–2 years of experience working with children in a structured setting (school, childcare, after-school program, or camp).

● Patience, flexibility, and ability to support children with diverse learning and behavioral needs.

● Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.

● CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

● Must pass a background check and meet EEC licensing requirements.

● Experience supporting children with special needs or behavioral plans.

● Familiarity with positive behavior support strategies or ABA principles.

● Ability to adapt to changing group dynamics and maintain a positive, nurturing attitude.

POSITION STATUS: NON-EXEMPT / Part-Time

June, July & August (Summer Break): 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

School year: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

$16.00 - $18.00 an hour

The YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts offers benefits including 50% reimbursement for individual health insurance, AFLAC supplemental insurance; earned vacation, sick time and holidays; and an excellent retirement plan.

Please send resume and cover letter to Andrea Davidson at [email protected], Director of Adult and Youth Services

THE YWCA SOUTHEASTERN MASSACHUSETTS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ folks, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. YWCA Southeastern MA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person