ASES - Prog. Aide

Pay rate: $17.60-$24/hour (based on experience)

This position is part-time. Availability to work weekdays from 3p-6p required.

Employees of the Sonoma County Family YMCA strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. At the Y, you'll work alongside leaders with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skill sets. You'll discover new ways to forge relationships, find your purpose and fuel your passion every day. We are on a quest to make our community stronger beginning with you!

The ASES (After-School Education & Safety) Program supports families by providing a safe and educational after school environment through state grants. ASES students receive homework assistance, snacks, and participate in activities that support S.T.E.A.M., leadership, sports and other enrichment opportunities.

Our ASES Program Aides work as a team to build a positive and supportive environment for elementary school aged children. Program Leads ensure social, physical, spiritual and mental development needs are being met through the planning and leading of educational and enrichment activities in an after-school setting.

Successful candidates for this position possess the following skills-

• Passion for working with elementary school aged children.
• Supportive of diversity and inclusion in all interactions.
• Strong communication.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with a diverse team.

Minimum Qualifications-

• Documented experience working in the field of education, with at-risk youth, or school age childcare in large organized settings.
• Minimum 18 years of age and/or high school graduate.
• Fingerprint clearance from both Department of Justice (DOJ) & FBI, which includes sex offender screening.

Preferred Qualifications-

• (24) course units towards a degree in education, psychology, child development, or related field
• CPR/First Aid certification (or the ability to be certified within the first 60 days of hire)
• Language skills in Spanish.
• Experience or a passion to share skills in STEM, art, sports, music, large/small group games, crafts, tutoring, etc.
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When you work for the Sonoma County Family YMCA you’ll enjoy the following benefits-

• Flexible hours
• Competitive pay
• Free YMCA membership/Reduced program fees
• Floating holidays
• Free child care
• Sick time
• Employee Wellness Program
• Staff Scholarship Fund
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & career development
• Employer paid CPR/First Aid
• 10% contribution to Y Retirement Fund

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Sonoma County Family YMCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.