Summer Camp Program Leader

Summer Camp Program Leader YMCA of the Monterey Peninsula Monterey, CA Job Details Part-time $16.90

• $18.

00 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification Basic math Tutoring First aid English High school diploma or GED Working with children First Aid Certification Grammar Experience Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE

Program Leader•

ELOP/ASES EXEMPT

No

SCHEDULE

Seasonal

• Part-Time

REPORTS TO

Site Coordinator DATE:

June 2025 Program Leader position under ELOP (Expanded Learning Opportunities Program) or ASES (After School Education and Safety Program): Program Leader•

ELOP/ASES

The Program Leader supports the daily operation of the afterschool program under ELOP or ASES guidelines. This role is responsible for delivering engaging academic, enrichment, and recreational activities in a safe and supportive environment. The Program Leader serves as a positive role model, maintains program structure and safety, and supports student development through consistent supervision and interactive learning experiences. This position works closely with site coordinators, school staff, and families to ensure alignment with program goals and student needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as an active member of the YMCA staff team, which includes being available to participate in school break camps while school is in session. Provides direct leadership to groups of children at the site, working to provide a safe, caring, stimulating environment for the children and co-workers. Under the direction of their supervisor, implements and participates in developmentally appropriate curriculum for groups of children. Delivers the curriculum to the children by providing a positive example to follow as well as specific instructions and feedback. Reports any concerns to their supervisor as soon as possible. Maintains accurate, up to date records on behavioral and health concerns for each child prior to and throughout their participation in the program. Communicates concerns as soon as possible to their supervisor. Develops positive relationships with parents of participants through consistent, professional communication. Supports the Site Supervisor in implementation of Central Coast YMCA policies and procedures. Follows California ASES Program policies and procedures. Assists their supervisor with developing, promoting and conducting events and activities to involve the families of program participants. Transfers to alternative sites as needed. Performs any other duties as assigned.

General:

Attends all required trainings and staff meetings. Arrives on time for scheduled work shifts and performs work duties the entire shift. Refers anything that appears out of the ordinary to their supervisor. Reports all accidents to their supervisor, without exception. Follows all Central Coast YMCA policies and branch procedures. Adheres to School Age Child Care dress code. Acts in a safe and acceptable manner, follows established safety procedures, uses appropriate safeguards, and observes common sense rules of safety in all on-the-job activities. Ensures coworkers do the same. Conducts self in a manner that reflects credit on the Central Coast YMCA and encourages others to do the same. Helps to set-up and clean-up for projects, activities, meals, and any other housekeeping duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent high school completion. Must meet one of the following academic requirements: o Completion of at least 48 semester units at an accredited college or university; or o An associate degree or higher from an accredited institution; or o Successful completion of a district-approved assessment demonstrating proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction support. Proven ability to lead, facilitate, and actively participate in engaging activities for children ages 5-14. At least one year of experience in youth-focused programs such as recreation, education, or leisure services, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must complete Child Abuse Prevention Training annually and sign acknowledgment of having read and understood the Child Abuse Prevention Handbook.

Language Skills:

An ability to effectively present information to management, coworkers, children, parents and any other related program partners. Proper use of English, spelling and grammar and able to communicate in both oral and written forms. Ability to use age-appropriate methods of tutoring and motivating students.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills, Requirements, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

At least 18 years of age is required. Ability and willingness to work as a team. Enthusiastic, dependable and a sense of humor. Willing to follow directions and take initiative. Understanding of the YMCA mission and a willingness to demonstrate the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in interactions with children, staff and parents. Even-tempered and able to adjust tasks in accordance with changing priorities. Interest in and ability to interact with children and have positive impacts upon them. Possesses Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Live Scan Clearance. Completed pre-employment health screening and TB test. A neat, clean appearance. Visible pierced tongues are not allowed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Also required to climb, push, and pull Acts in a safe and acceptable manner, follows established safety procedures, uses appropriate safeguards, and observes common sense rules of safety in all on-the-job activities. Ensures coworkers do the same. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Assistance is required above this amount. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$16.90

• $18.00 per hour Application Question(s): Are you available beginning May 30th? (Required for consideration) Are you available any time from 7:30am-6pm, Monday
• Friday? (Required for consideration) Are you available from May, 30
• July 31?

(Required for consideration)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person