YReads! Program Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the direct supervision of the YReads! Site Director the YReads! Program Assistant will work collaboratively to implement the YReads! program. YReads! is a reading program that uses curriculum-based literacy instruction to help struggling reads in areas of phonetics, sight word recognition, spelling, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. The program assistant will provide literacy instruction and complete administrative duties as needed.

Critical areas of expertise include : curriculum delivery, facilitation skills, behavior management skills, and relationship building.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Program Quality and Growth

• Helps the Site Director with classroom set-up, snack, clean-up, hallway transitions, and classroom management.
• Tracks mentor and student attendance on a daily basis.
• Teaches reading lessons as assigned by the Site Director utilizing varied delivery methods.
• Accurately tracks and monitors student progress.

Team Leadership

Safety and Risk Management

Assists in all other areas as assigned.

Cause-Driven Leadership® Competencies :

Mission Advancement >

Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the Y’s efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program, fundraising, and policy leadership levels. Secures resources and support for all philanthropic endeavors.

Collaboration >

Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.

Operational Effectiveness >

Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures, investment policies, and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.

Personal Growth >

Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Education / Experience Required :

Certifications / Trainings Required :

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate 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 associate is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone / smart device. The associate frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The associate must occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity / dampness, heat and cold.