School Aged Childcare Site Director- Port Byron in Port Byron, New York at Auburn YMCA-WEIU

$17 -$19/hour

General Functions:

Under the direction of the SACC Director, the SACC Site Director will plan, organize and lead a comprehensive enrichment program for children who attend school in which the program operates.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, organize and lead all daily SACC program activities in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the YMCA, ensuring the safety and well-being of the children at all times
• Actively participates in all activities. Posts and maintains a monthly calendar of activities.
• Observes and follows the YMCA School Aged Child Care program guidelines, best practices and regulations set forth by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Acts as a positive role model for children in the program using appropriate speech, actions and attire.
• Provides a safe, healthy, moral and fun environment for all children. Treats all children with dignity and respect. Assess each child’s needs and strives to meet those needs.
• Supervise behavior management of the program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement and encouragement of age-appropriate expectations. Instills guidelines and environments that are safe and minimizes the need for discipline. Provides steps for appropriate progressive discipline as needed.
• Ensures a set homework time and provides help as needed.
• Ensures children are provided nutritious snacks as appropriate.
• Communicates with school personnel as needed and maintains open communication with building staff.
• Maintains a positive open relationship with staff, parents and program participants. Brings concerns to the SACC Director, parents and other individuals as necessary. Maintains confidentiality.
• Maintains clear, concise records of daily attendance, expenses and participant registration forms. Participates in program audits as requested by the SACC Director.
• Conducts and maintains records of monthly fire drills, weekly safety checks and other requirements as mandated by OCFS.
• Supervise site staff and conducts regular meetings to prepare program activities. Regularly evaluate staff performance through verbal feedback and yearly formal evaluation process.
• Attends scheduled monthly staff meetings/workshops/ trainings.
• Pursues professional development through continuing education. Completes at least 30 hours of continuing education training every two years as required by OCFS.
• Works as supportive staff in various YMCA programs as needed.
• Adheres to policies and procedures of the Auburn YMCA-WEIU.

Effect on End Result:

This position strongly impacts the way the YMCA accomplishes its mission. The YMCA SACC Director is committed to promoting an environment that teaches values; is healthy; safe and provides an opportunity for positive growth experiences. A quality program will

1. Have strong relationships with parents and reflect a strong community image.

2. Promote safe and age-appropriate activities.

3. Will support and promote quality performance supporting high rates of staff retention.