Job Details

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of

children in your community. Working at the YMCA you'll discover more than a job - you will have

the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our

cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are

welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are

genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and

your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your

journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless

quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Youth Development Director and the established policies and goals of

the YMCA, the Academic Achievement Specialist is responsible for providing small group tutoring

and homework assistance in math and reading to children in grades K-6 that attend the

program. Instruction and activities are designed expressly to promote subject mastery, develop

grade-level competencies and to teach study skills. Tutoring services are provided during the

duration of the program. The YMCA mission is the highest priority and its goals for these

children and their families are of the utmost importance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Academic Achievement Specialist must understand and be willing to learn the necessary

skills required for the successful completion of duties including:

1. Help students achieve a better understanding of specific subject material and in

improving academic capabilities in designated areas

2. Help students develop the study skills necessary for academic success. Identify students

experiencing difficulties and provide encouragement and alternatives

3. Provide academic assistance to assigned students, individually or in a small group

setting.

4. Prepare for tutoring sessions, review class material, discuss the text, predict test

questions, formulate ideas for materials, or work on solutions to problems

5. Utilize the resources of the program in order to assist the student(s) in educational

endeavors

6. Document, track and maintain daily progress and academic records of assigned students.

Provide feedback regarding student's progress as well as behavior

7. Acknowledge student efforts, accomplishments and progress

8. Integrate an asset-based positive youth development approach in the tutoring sessions

9. Assist students in developing self-confidence, raising self-concept, and reducing anxiety

or fear of failure in academic work

10. Work with students to develop a high level of motivation in academic areas and positive

attitudes toward learning and studying

11. Uphold the association's child protection policies, child abuse and neglect guidelines, and

proper reporting procedures at all times

12. Help to facilitate a positive program environment that develops self-control in children

through the use of positive guidance techniques

13. Demonstrate appropriate decision-making abilities

14. Demonstrate a working knowledge of YMCA mission, values, purpose, and goals. Strives

for the highest standards of program excellence

15. Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor

16. Report any occurrence to Site Director immediately and fills out appropriate paperwork

needed before the end of the work day that the occurrence happened

17. Maintain open lines of communication between parents-self-children-supervisor and

program

18. Perform duties to the benefit of the YMCA and the welfare of its participants

19. Incorporate the five core values: respect, responsibility, honesty, caring, and faith into all

aspects of the program and daily activities

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

? Minimum 21 years or older

? Minimum of 60 semester hours from a college or university in Education; Pre K - 6

Virginia State teaching license preferred

? Current CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to certify within 60 days of employment)

? Clear criminal background checks including Child Protective Services

? Ability to communicate and work effectively with groups of children and their parents in a

loving yet professional manner

? Demonstrated knowledge and maturity to observe children's behavior, assess its

appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety practices and emergency procedures, and

apply appropriate behavior-management techniques

? Ability to manage the daily administrative, program-related and supervisory

responsibilities of the school-age childcare program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by

an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

1. May be required to walk, stand, run, kneel, climb and stoop.

2. Must be able to sit on the floor and get back up

3. Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking.

4. Must be able to lift, pull and pull up to 50 pounds

5. Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time

6. Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications

7. Occasionally work in outside weather conditions, and is occasionally exposed to wet, cold

and/or humid conditions.

8. May periodically be exposed to cleaning supplies

9. The noise level in the center is usually loud.

ACCOUNTABILITY

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads values you as an employee, and we are excited about what

you have to contribute to this group of children and the YMCA in its entirety. The YMCA mission

is your highest priority and its goals for these children and their families are of the utmost

importance. A professional, clean appearance and a respectful and committed attitude are

always the minimal expectation.

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum

requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks,

E-Verify, drug test, driver's license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS).

Additional driver's license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing

may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the

requirements of this position.

Salary Description

$18.00-$20.00