Before & After School Care Instructor - Boston Location
About The Position
The Before & After School Instructor/Caregiver provides direct supervision and care for children enrolled in La Porte County Family YMCA before and after school programs. This role supports the YMCA’s mission by creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that fosters youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Instructor/Caregiver serves as a positive role model, builds meaningful relationships with children and families, and partners with parents, school staff, and YMCA leadership to deliver high‑quality programming rooted in YMCA core values. Playfulness, creativity, and intentional guidance are essential to helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Requirements
- Minimum age: 16 years old
- Ability to plan and lead age‑appropriate activities
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
- Required certifications (completed within required timelines):
- CPR, First Aid, AED (and Oxygen if applicable)
- Child Abuse Prevention Training
- West Bend or other YMCA‑required insurance and safety trainings
- Ability to respond effectively to emergency and safety situations
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with school‑age children preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision of assigned groups of children
- Plan and implement engaging, culturally relevant, and developmentally appropriate activities aligned with YMCA values
- Support children’s academic and social development, including homework assistance when applicable
- Ensure a safe, clean, and organized program environment that meets YMCA safety, nutrition, physical activity, and cleanliness standards
- Uphold and model the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
- Accurately sign children in and out, documenting pick‑up and drop‑off times
- Verify identification of authorized individuals picking up children
- Maintain positive, professional communication with parents, guardians, school staff, and YMCA colleagues
- Observe, document, and communicate children’s behavior, progress, and any concerns
- Complete attendance records, incident/accident reports, and disciplinary documentation as required
- Follow all YMCA policies, procedures, and expectations related to child safety, emergency response, medical situations, and child abuse prevention
- Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities
- Assist with YMCA initiatives and events, including annual campaign support when requested
- Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to departmental dress code
- Perform other duties as assigned to support program operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
