OST Group Leader - Plaistow YMCA
About The Position
OST Group Leader - Plaistow YMCA Level: Entry Job Location: Plaistow Community YMCA - Plaistow, NH 03865 Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly Job Shift: After School Looking for a rewarding part-time job where you can make a real impact? Are you eager to build your leadership skills while working directly with youth in a fun, supportive, and mission-driven environment? Join our diverse team at the Plaistow YMCA and help make a difference in the community every day! Starting pay at $17.00/hour Consistent Monday–Friday schedule! The Plaistow YMCA is excited to continue growing our After-School Program and is looking for caring, energetic individuals who are passionate about working with children. As part of one of the largest nonprofits in the region, the YMCA positively impacts 1 out of every 3 people on the North Shore. This part-time opportunity is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families while helping create a fun, safe, and engaging environment after school each day. As an After-School Program Staff Member, you’ll: Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for every child. Help implement fun, developmentally appropriate activities. Actively participate in daily program operations and build meaningful connections with youth.
Requirements
- Interest in working in education, social work, childcare, at a non-profit, or a related field.
- Seeking to become a teacher, trainer, administrator, or program director, or want to build a career based on leadership, and organizational skills, and to build upon the ability to work with groups of people.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent to meet Group Leader Qualifications through the Department of Health and Human Services (NH).
- Consistent afternoon availability Monday-Friday 7am to 8:30am and after-school from 2:30-6:00 pm (5 days per week highly preferred, a minimum of 3 days required).
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 3-6 months of prior experience working in a school-age program (grades K-5) is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for every child.
- Help implement fun, developmentally appropriate activities.
- Actively participate in daily program operations and build meaningful connections with youth.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.
- Paid training and ongoing professional development.
- Advancement opportunities across our seven YMCA locations.
- Retirement fund with a 12% company contribution (once vested; no match required).
- Flexible schedules and sick time accrual.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
