Early Learning Readiness Facilitator

As the nation’s leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. The main function of the Early Learning Readiness facilitator position is to support school readiness by guiding caregivers in interactive play-based learning activities and modeling positive child development strategies. The facilitator prepares session materials, leads group activities, supports family engagement, and ensures a safe and inclusive space where all participants feel supported. The ELR facilitator works collaboratively with site partners and reports to the ELR Program Director.

KNOW HOW/REQUIREMENTS:

Relationship Skills:

• Consistent positive attitude, modeling the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility
• Uphold the mission of the YMCA and communicate our image using the Y’s Voice of Genuine, Nurturing, Hopeful, Welcoming, and Determined
• Able to care for and nurture infants, toddlers, school age children
• Able to build genuine relationships with children, parents, and coworkers
• Able to provide and create a welcoming atmosphere that is people centered and service oriented, standing and greeting members by name
• Be open, friendly and approachable to children and parents
• Build and maintain open communication with children, parents, directors, and other staff

Service Skills:

• Punctual, reliable, creative, and a self-starter
• Performs both check in and checkout procedures
• Provides excellent and genuine care for infants, toddlers, and school age children
• Attend all required staff meetings and trainings
• Ability to lead organized age-appropriate activities, including crafts and physical activities

Member Involvement Skills:

• Be knowledgeable about program areas and share information with members
• Be knowledgeable about the YMCA, its programs and policies
• Take specific actions to move members to more connected and committed relationships with the YMCA
• Ability to lead a group of caregivers and their children and ensure all policies & procedures are being implemented

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, sitting on floor, climbing, reaching, running, carrying or holding a child up to 50 lbs, and operating a computer or iPad are all required functions of the position. Spending time outdoors is also a requirement.

SHIFT TYPE:  4-10 hours a week 

The YMCA of Greater Louisville is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.