Job Description
Job Summary
Position Summary:
As the Site Director for our Before & After School program, you’ll lead daily activities, manage lesson plans, and oversee site staff—all while making sure kids are safe, supported, and having fun. You’ll build positive relationships with school and YMCA staff and help kids grow socially, physically, mentally, and spiritually. This role reports to the Area Director and follows YMCA and DHS guidelines.
Job Responsibilities
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead by example and live out the Y’s core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
- Follow YMCA and DHS policies, including conducting site inspections
- Plan and run fun, engaging daily activities based on YMCA guidelines; keep up with lesson plans, calendars, rosters, and daily records
- Actively lead a group of 15–20 kids in activities and transitions, both indoors and out
- Set up and clean up program spaces to keep things safe, organized, and kid-friendly
- Supervise and support site staff—help with scheduling, timesheets, and staff development
- Attend all team meetings and required trainings
- Keep open, clear communication with parents—host conferences and support a parent advisory board twice a year
- Maintain participant files and handle fee collection to keep things up to date
- Manage site supplies and snacks
- Support YMCA volunteer efforts and our Annual Giving Campaign
- Help out with special projects and admin tasks as needed
Qualifications
What You Bring to the Table:
- A passion for the YMCA mission and a heart for serving others
- Friendly, enthusiastic, and great with people from all walks of life
- Strong communicator who handles pressure well, stays organized, and keeps things confidential
- Professional, solution-oriented, and takes initiative
- Able to speak and understand English
- Flexible schedule—including evenings and weekends
- At least 21 years old
Education & Experience:
You’ll need one of the following:
- High school diploma (or equivalent) plus 4 years full-time experience with kids in a group setting and 30 hours of TECTA (can be completed after hire)
- OR a bachelor’s degree and 1 year full-time experience with kids in a group setting
- OR 36 college credit hours in a related field or a recognized credential (TECTA or CDA) plus 2 years full-time experience with kids
Certifications & Paperwork:
Before your first shift:
- New hire orientation
- DHS background check, fingerprinting, and abuse registry clearance
- Physical health form & proof of education
- Completed references and employment history
- Required DHS trainings
Within 30 days:
- CPR, First Aid & AED (Infant/Pediatric)
Within 6 months:
- Adult Mental Health First Aid certification
You’ll also need to keep up with annual training requirements.
Additional Information
Benefits
Flexible Hours & Opportunities
- Seasonal opportunities
- Part-time or full-time job opportunities
- Open seven days a week / More flexible work schedule
- 12 wellness center locations
- More than 140 school partner sites
- 320-acre outdoor center
- Corporate Office
Generous Benefits
- Benefits package including generous paid time off for full time staff
- Participation in Y Retirement plan and 403 (b) savings account upon eligibility
- Free membership at all 12 wellness center locations
- Discounts on youth programs, summer camps and sports instruction
Career Development
- We are dedicated to helping our team members reach their professional goals and feel valued. We offer a comprehensive leadership development and certification system that promotes learning at all career stages.
- We also provide Employee Resource Groups, which provide a space for people to network, mentor one another, participate in personal and professional development and more—all while building meaningful connections.
Committed to Diversity & Inclusion
- The YMCA seeks to build and nurture a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce in which each person helps make the Y a welcoming, productive, and vital resource in their communities.
How to Apply
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Details
- Date Posted: July 23, 2025
- Type: Full-Time
- Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
- Service Area: Children / Youth
- Start Date: 07/23/2025
- Salary Range: Pay Range starts at $19 per hour (or more depending on experience)
- Working Hours: Our before and after school sites hours are Monday- Friday from 6:30am to 8:30am and 2:00pm to 6:00pm. In addition, a flexible schedule between these shifts is required to perform administrative functions.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Summer work, Seasonal work, Work at office, Live out, Flexible hours, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,