Opportunities From: HandsOn Maui

TIME FRAME: Summer/Fall/Winter/Spring 

Part-time or Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides active supervision for children in a group setting at a seasonal day camp. Offers a high-quality experience for children and parents relevant to the YMCA’s core values: Honesty, respect, responsibility, and care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Providing active supervision for children in indoor and outdoor group settings Participating in planning and implementing program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values Adhering to program safety and cleanliness standards Following YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies Maintaining positive relations with youth, parents, and staff by modeling relationship-building skills Understanding and agreeing with the YMCA philosophy, goals, and objectives Following YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies Ensuring the safety, health, and wellbeing of all YMCA youth Relating to the children with respect and understanding  Demonstrating knowledge of child development and adjusting approaches based on individual or group needs  Informing the Youth Director of facility, staff, and program participant concerns  Maintaining a cohesive team through effective communication and constructive feedback  Demonstrating a cooperative attitude and the willingness to work in a team environment  Instructing children in a variety of activities with enthusiasm and creativity  Attending all staff meetings, trainings, and duties in a timely manner  Providing positive program development strategies  Remaining open-minded towards criticism, suggestion, and direction from other staff  Preparing and submitting lesson plans on time as requested by the director  Researching and developing new and creative activities to enhance the program  Completing other duties as assigned

TIME FRAME

August-May of each school year / Part-time

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides active supervision for children in a group setting at an after-school program. Offers a high-quality experience for children and parents relevant to the YMCA’s core values: Honesty, respect, responsibility, and care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Providing active supervision for children in indoor and outdoor group settings Participating in planning and implementing program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values Adhering to program safety and cleanliness standards Attending all staff meetings and trainings Following YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies Maintaining positive relationships with youth, parents, staff, and school personnel Helping with student’s homework during A+ hours Understanding and agreeing with the YMCA philosophy, goals, and objectives Ensuring the safety, health, and wellbeing of all YMCA youth  Relating to the children with respect and understanding  Demonstrating knowledge of child development and adjusting approaches based on individual or group needs  Promoting positive development in youth  Maintaining a team spirit  Instructing children in a variety of activities with enthusiasm and creativity  Attending work and work-related events promptly.  Remaining open-minded towards criticism, suggestion, and direction from other staff  Preparing and submitting lesson plans on time as requested by the director  Researching and developing new and creative activities to enhance the program  Maintaining responsibility for the facility, equipment, and supplies of the A+ site  Completing other duties as assigned  Updating youth and families about YMCA events