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    Atlanta, GA

    Arthur M. Blank Family Youth YMCA

    time type

    Part time

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    Posted 30+ Days Ago

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    As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta.

    Today, we're looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

    At the Y, we're an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone especially children experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

    In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

    The opportunities to serve are vast, and we're looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY, to join us and do their best work.

    Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our people, our members, and our partners.

    We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other wonderful characteristics that make us different.

    Commitment to Health and Safety
    The YMCA of Metro Atlanta has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination requirement for all Full-Time positions. For further information, please visit our Vaccine Hub , or speak to your recruiter.

    Reasonable accommodations for medical and religious objections will be considered.
    Nature and Scope

    :


    Under the general direction of the After-School Program Director, the Academic Learning Specialist is responsible for leading and providing individual or small group academic support during Afterschool program.

    The Learning Specialist will be responsible for supervising and implementing academic-related assignments for the school-age children in accordance with their school district curriculum.

    In addition, the Learning Specialist will develop and design learning material, coordinate, and review educational content, and incorporate current technology in developing specific class assignments that build upon the skills needed to be successful.

    All program decisions must be guided by Bright from the Start/DECAL and the Metro Atlanta YMCA program standards. Additionally, this position must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols including COVID-19, and Member Services Guidelines and Program approved

    non-negotiables.

    Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, participant/staff safety, and communication with members and employees.
    Minimum Requirements

    :

    Must be 21 years of age.
    A bachelor's degree or technical certification or degree preferred.
    For those working at licensed Bright from the Start facilities, must possess a minimum credential that meets BFTS requirements.
    Must have a minimum of one-year prior experience working with school-age children in a group setting.
    Preferred one-year experience working in a licensed setting and supervision of children in a school-age setting is a plus.
    Have evidence of current successful completion of biennial training in CPR/First Aid/AED.
    Excellent verbal/written communication skills.

    Have experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Power Point, as well as, internet technology platforms such as Google Classroom and Zoom.

    For facilities that operate under Bright From the Start Licensing, must receive a cleared GCIC/NCIC and a cleared Fingerprint check through Bright From the Start before working.

    (Annual GCIC checks will be conducted before each school year begins).
    Responsibilities

    :

    Operate the program according to YMCA policies and procedures .
    Create an environment that provides various activities and instruction to support program goals and virtual learning school instruction.
    Assist students with virtual learning assignments as required by their school district.
    Communicate and coordinate with participant teachers and parents on child's learning opportunities and needs.
    Operate and deliver the program in compliance with YMCA and BFTS regulations, if at a licensed BFTS facility.
    Discuss and report any concerns with the Site Director.
    Maintain personal file to remain in compliance with the YMCA and BFTS, if at a licensed BFTS facility.
    Compile attendance records and other pertinent information required by the program, as needed.
    Coordinate supply needs with the Site Director.
    Attend YMCA and other trainings as scheduled. Maintain BFTS annual trainings hours, if licensed site.
    Consult with the Site Director on concerns related to student(s) development or behavior.
    Provide input into the planning and development of the program.
    Complete monthly self-assessments of the program, as needed.
    Assist students with virtual learning assignments as required by their school district.
    Perform other duties as related to the delivery of a quality program.

    This position must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values and objectives established by the Metropolitan Atlanta YMCA, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols Including COVID-19, and Member Services Guidelines and Non-Negotiables.

    Emphasis will be placed on member service,
    program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.
    Implements the YMCA safety protocols both related to COVID -19and branch operations.

    Implement wellness checks and provide leadership during the program that ensures participant/staff adherence to the Y safety protocols, with a commitment to positive member and staff safety.

    Adhere to the YMCA Youth and Teen Safety Policy.
    Follow a budget in accordance with approved expenditures.
    May facilitate live and recorded learnings.
    Support the deployment of learning programs including downloading coursework and educational assignments.
    YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES (Leader):

    Mission :

    Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility; demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs; recruits volunteers and supports fundraising activities.

    Collaboration :

    Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions ;

    builds rapport; seeks first to understand others' point of view and remains calm ;

    speaks and writes effectively; takes initiative.
    Operational Effectiveness :

    Strive to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members; Makes sound judgments and transfers knowledge from one situation to another; establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings; follows policies and procedures; strives for best practices.

    Personal Growth :

    Pursues self-development; demonstrates an openness to change; is emotionally mature.
    Ergonomic Requirements

    :

    Bending, stooping, standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, seeing, verbal communication and hearing.
    Effect of end Result

    :

    Children and Families will experience a high-quality school-age program. Children will be supervised at all times.

    The program will remain in compliance at all times with YMCA, and Bright From the Start-if at a licensed BFTS facility, rules and regulations.

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    Arthur M. Blank Family Youth YMCA

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    About Us


    Reflecting its Judeo-Christian heritage, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is an association of volunteers, members and staff, open to and serving all, with programs and services which build spirit, mind, and body.

    Financial assistance is available based on need. The YMCA actively seeks to identify and involve those in need.

    We

    believe that to bring about meaningful change in individuals and communities, we must be focused and accountable.

    At the Y, we measure the success of our cause by how well we engage communities in our three areas of focus.


    YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
    Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.


    HEALTHY LIVING
    Improving the nation's health and well-being.


    SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
    Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.
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