After School Site Assistant - Perry Hill Elementary

YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne • Fort Wayne, IN

11d • $14 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

The Parkview Family YMCA seeks an enthusiastic and attentive part-time childcare worker to support its Before and After School YMCA Program at Perry Hill Elementary. Site Assistants help provide diverse participants with educational, age-appropriate activities and foster a safe, fun, nurturing learning environment. The role involves connecting with participants, parents, and supervisors; providing quality care; assisting with lessons; and leading safe, planned activities. The position is for the 2026–2027 school year, Monday through Friday, from 2:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old and attending school.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to handle situations quickly, kindly, and fairly.
• Ability to relate to, welcome, and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.
• Commitment to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising multiple children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Connect quickly with program participants, parents, and supervisors with a warm, engaging, and friendly demeanor.
• Actively engage with and provide quality care for program participants.
• Assist in implementing lessons.
• Lead safe activities that engage participants in planned activities.
• Help provide educational and age-appropriate activities in a safe, fun, and nurturing learning environment.

Benefits

• Free individual YMCA membership or 50% off a family membership.
• 50% discounted programs for the employee and household.
• Free training and certifications.
• Opportunities for advancement and a potential long-term career.
• Free childcare for school-age children while working for the Child Care Services program, subject to availability at the child’s school.
• Flexible schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed