After School Enrichment Instructor
- Program/Department Responsibilities
- Compile program records including: attendance, questionnaires, evaluations, and accident/incident reports when necessary
- Assist with special promotional activities (open house, demonstrations, health and wellness fairs, verbal announcements, field trip and parent/family nights)
- Be prepared to teach new material at the start of a new session/schedule - Lead enrichment activities for classrooms each day according to the quality requirements of the Old Colony Y and the prescribed curriculum that is planned each week
- Ensure that a safe and healthy environment exists
- Arrive to teach class on time, to greet participants, answer questions and address concerns; Set up for and clean up after all enrichment activities
- Dress appropriately based on the subject matter of instruction
- Arrive well-prepared
- Learn the names of participants who attend your classes
- Share educational information with your class participants
- Teach classes with energy and enthusiasm; Collaborate with Teacher and the Para to ensure enrichment activities incorporate social emotional learning and are delivered with a trauma-informed lens
- Motivate class participants to the best of your ability
- Note new participants and help them to feel comfortable
- Communicate with supervisor as soon as possible if unable to teach and record it appropriately
- Exceed member expectations by “going the extra mile”
- Handle member complaints and concerns quickly and effectively
- Behave as a role model for a fit and healthy person
- Enforce program rules pertaining to age, footwear, lateness, etc.
- Attend Staff meetings and trainings as scheduled by the Director of Youth Development
- Know at all times how many youth are in your group; Ensure children are never left alone in the classroom and there is always a YMCA or BPS staff member in the room
- Identify and meet the individual needs of students (inclusion, accommodations)
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable to the constantly changing school schedule
- Maintain positive energy with staff, youth and families throughout entire program
- Address any concerns or conflicts with Director of Youth Development
- Maintain professional boundaries with youth
- Supervision of Personnel
- None
- Fiscal Responsibility
- Maintain accurate attendance records and minimize expenses
- Facility/Housekeeping Responsibility
- Maintain a safe and clean class environment
- Inspect program equipment weekly and report in writing any/all repairs or replacements that may be needed
- Ensure area is neat and clean at all times
- Ensure safe and secure environment for all
- Inter-Divisional/Community/Volunteer Responsibility
- Participate in inter-divisional job assignments as requested
- Contribute to a positive work environment by illustrating pride in job, enthusiasm and cooperation with co-workers
- Attend OCY group meetings as requested
- Communicate with clients, families, volunteers and collaterals in person
- Build relationship with school staff, parents and caregivers
- Sit and communicate with family members at family nights, share positive stories about children with their families and interact in activities
- EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- References that can attest to teaching experience and ability
- Must be timely, well-organized and prepared in advance to teach classes
- Must possess the ability to lift up to 45 pounds using proper technique
- Must be able to think independently and develop curriculum
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