About the role#
The YMCA of Greater Houston offers a learning opportunity for high school students through our Co-Op Program. You will assist in providing childcare at after-school or preschool sites. Working under experienced staff, you will help create a safe environment for children while gaining hands-on experience in youth programming and professional workplace skills. This is a part-time, paid position.
What you'll do#
- Support curriculum within established guidelines for the participants.
- Help distribute snacks during designated snack time.
- Assist children with homework and quiet study activities.
- Facilitate both formal and informal play indoors and outdoors.
- Assist with set-up and breakdown of activity centers and cleaning of the program area.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 17 years of age.
- You must be a currently enrolled high school student in an approved co-op or career readiness program.
- You are required to obtain CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training.
- Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting is preferred.
- You must provide a current record of a tuberculosis examination or required immunizations.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Humble, Texas.
- The work is on-site.
- This is a part-time position with rolling terms.
About YMCA of Greater Houston
The YMCA of Greater Houston is a non-profit organization founded in 1886. It provides services in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The organization operates across the Houston area with a staff of over 1,200 employees. Its programs include fitness training, after-school child care, and community health initiatives.
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