Program Development - Power Scholars P/T Sr. Group Leader

Company: Ymcadc
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

1503 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USAJob DescriptionPosted Friday, May 30, 2025 at 4:00 AMThe YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Position : Power Scholars P/T Sr. Group Leader Salary : $20.00 per hour The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job. About the Job
The part time Sr. Group Leader position is responsible for assisting the Pre-School Site Director in the daily operations of the program at Seaton Elementary School (K - PreK3 - PreK4) . They are responsible for the planning, development and implementation of all the before and after school activities under the guidelines of the YMCA Power Scholars Pre-School curriculum. The Group Leader assists in oversight of all program activities, communicating with families and ensuring all equipment and supplies are available.

Some of the exciting things you will do as a Sr. Group Leader include but are not limited to:

• Implements the program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA, the School Age Curriculum (i.e. Creative curriculum)
• Effectively carries out appropriate lesson plans
• Establishes structure and routines for children setting boundaries and behavior guidelines
• Responsible for the safety of the children at all times, including understanding and being able to implement emergency procedures as necessary
• Attends parent/child events as required
• Effectively communicates with parents throughout the program year
• Maintains an attractive and clean classroom at all timesSchedule: Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 6:00pm
  
  Qualifications:
  
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have high school diploma or GED. Obtain CDA within 18 months of employment. Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
  • Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test.
  • Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting.
  • Must meet the county/state licensing requirements.
  • Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude.Working Conditions:
    
    • Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
    • Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children.
    • Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds.
    • Must have visual acuity to observe all children.Benefits:Did you know that just for being a YMCA employee you get great supplemental benefits (AFLAC, ALLSTATE, Vision Care, LegalShield) and even Zip Car! The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits, including employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service or 1000 hours compensated time in each of those two years; 403(b) employee retirement savings plan; free YMCA membership for employee ; sick leave, and numerous professional development opportunities.1503 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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