Y Club Youth Leader
About The Position
The Y Club Youth Leader works in the YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s before- and after-school program in the Platte County School District at Compass or Siegrist Elementary School. The role helps create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for elementary-aged children by leading activities such as crafts, sports, games, STEM projects, physical activities, and snack time. Youth Development Leaders lead and directly supervise their own group of children with greater responsibility and independence. The position is part of a program serving children before school, after school, or both.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 18 for the Youth Development Leader role.
- High school diploma or equivalent required at Kansas sites.
- Able to actively engage with and supervise children in a range of indoor and outdoor activities; the role requires being on your feet, energetic, and alert.
- Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
- Genuine interest in helping children learn, play, and grow.
- General understanding of computer technology.
- Tuberculosis Test Risk Assessment and State Health Assessment form within 30 days for Missouri sites.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with school-age children, such as babysitting, nannying, camp, or childcare programs.
- One year or more of college.
Responsibilities
- Lead fun, age-appropriate activities, including games, arts and crafts, STEM projects, and physical activity.
- Keep children safe by teaching and enforcing safety rules and responding quickly and appropriately in emergencies.
- Guide behavior through teaching and redirection rather than scolding, enforcing rules firmly while treating every child with dignity and respect.
- Verify photo identification before releasing children at pickup until personally familiar with each authorized adult.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and YMCA teammates.
- Be dependable for scheduled shifts and follow YMCA, licensing, and school district policies.
- Help keep program spaces clean and organized.
- Youth Development Leaders directly supervise and lead a group of children independently.
- Immediately report suspected child abuse or neglect, as well as unsafe conditions, accidents, or injuries, as mandated reporters under Kansas and Missouri law.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Flexible schedule with morning, afternoon, or both shifts
- Consistent part-time hours ending by 6 p.m.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact on children
- Experience relevant to education, childcare, or youth work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
