Kids Club Manager - Story County (56975)

YSS•Ames, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

YSS is hiring a Kids Club Manager for its Story County school locations: Ballard Elementary, Gilbert Elementary, Gilbert Intermediate, and Roland-Story Elementary. The manager leads before- and after-school programs for students in kindergarten through sixth grade, as well as summer programming, school breaks, and no-school days. The role focuses on creating safe, supportive, inclusive, and enriching experiences where children can build friendships, explore interests, develop skills, and feel a sense of belonging. The manager supervises and develops staff, coordinates program operations, and builds partnerships with families, schools, and community organizations. They collaborate with the Kids Club Director on budgets, quality assurance, program evaluation, outreach, and staff development. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both program planning and attention to daily operational details. Responsibilities may change, and the listed duties are not exhaustive.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood, child development, elementary education, or a related field.
Current CPR/First Aid, Universal Precautions, and Mandatory Reporter Training; if not completed at hire, required training must be completed within the first three months of employment.
Meet DHS childcare requirements, including background checks and required training.
Embrace YSS core values: Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a “Can Do” Spirit.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience.
Ability to coordinate multiple sites and lead a team with confidence.
Strong communication skills, including listening, observing, speaking, and writing effectively with children, families, coworkers, and the public.
Patience, calmness, and adaptability, including responding positively and professionally to challenging situations.
Excellent problem-solving skills, good judgment, and the ability to find creative solutions.
Organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage time and resources effectively.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and positive social impact; humility, respect, and cultural awareness.
Ability to speak a second language, especially one spoken in the communities served.
Lived experience with recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, or housing instability, which may support serving as a role model or mentor.

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor staff, fostering teamwork, accountability, and commitment to children.
Oversee fun, inclusive, age-appropriate programming that promotes learning, creativity, and social development.
Recruit, hire, train, and schedule staff and volunteers, and support their professional growth.
Ensure appropriate supervision and compliance with program policies, licensing requirements, and safety standards.
Build partnerships with families, school staff, and community partners to support children’s success.
Oversee staffing, schedules, supplies, and program logistics to ensure consistent operations.
Partner with the Kids Club Director on budgets, quality assurance, program evaluation, outreach, and staff development.
Model YSS values and create an environment where every child feels safe, supported, respected, and encouraged to thrive.