Operation Hero Facilitator

The Armed Services YMCA is looking for an enthusiastic individual to work in our Operation Hero After-school program. This program addresses life situations and issues faced by military children. Facilitators work with children in grades from second to fifth at Fort Bliss Elementary School. Facilitators will work the complete school year, receiving 6 hours weekly during operation of session 

Weekly Schedule: Tuesday(s) and Thursday(s) from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm while Operation HERO is in session 

Responsibilities: 

• Facilitate the Operation Hero program for military-connected children in grades 2–5, adhering to the ten-week schedule and twice-weekly sessions 

• Implement engaging, hands-on learning opportunities based on provided lesson plans, adapting them to meet the individual needs of participants 

• Work with the Programs Manager to acquire suitable resources for the program’s duration including a low-cost snack following ASYMCA guidelines 

• Ensure all necessary program materials and supplies are available and properly utilized for each lesson 

• Maintain a consistent daily routine, including attendance, snack time, team-building activities, lesson activities, and homework/enrichment time, while reporting any significant changes to the Program Manager 

• Accurately record daily attendance, including student check-in and parent sign-out, using designated forms 

• Carry a cell phone and first aid kit during program hours. Implement and follow health and safety policies as outlined in the manual 

• Implement and adhere to the child behavior policy, redirecting inappropriate behavior, resolving issues, and documenting concerns via behavior reports when necessary 

• Assist in distributing marketing and registration materials and help advertise the program to military families within the community 

• Support coordination with school staff and other partners to ensure smooth program operation 

• Other duties as assigned by the Programs Manager to ensure excellence in delivery of the program 

Training/Orientation/Background Screening 

• Facilitators are required to complete ASYMCA and Fort Bliss CYS Background Screenings 

• Great Academy Training 

Education: 

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED required. 

Experience: 

• Experience with school-aged children is required. 

Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.