- Deliver a highly interactive experience to group of participants in the program and create an experience that promotes success in specific program.
- Organize, lead and adapt a variety of stimulating activities appropriate for the age and experience of the group with a positive and enthusiastic manner.
- Maintain and use program resources efficiently and ecologically.
- Provide safe conditions and refrain from engaging in activities that may be hazardous or negligent to those involved.
- Keep the Program Director informed of activities and any progress of problems or questions related to the program.
- Actively participate in all of the program activities.
- Lead and facilitate lessons that teach, model and practice social emotional and content area skills.
- Adapt lessons to the needs and experience of participants and engage all members of the group in ways that allow them to build their skills and confidence.
- Complete evaluations with program participants and communicate results appropriately.
- Maintain confidentiality of program participants.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and make adjustments to enhance the outcomes and experience.
- Provide direction and support to volunteers and/or staff as assigned.
- Attend assigned staff training.
- Represent the YMCA and create a program culture that incorporates, highlights and models the Y values.
- Maintain positive, professional communication with site contacts and/or participant families.
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with target age groups and post-secondary education in program area is preferred.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.
- Must be 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Full Compensation Package (when applicable):
- 403(b) Retirement Savings
- Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
- 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
- Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide
- Discounts on YMCA programs
- Discounts on YMCA Childcare
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