Y Club Youth Leader

YMCA of Greater Kansas City•Kansas City, MO

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Y Club Youth Leader works in the YMCA of Greater Kansas City’s before- and after-school program at Pathfinder or Barry Elementary School in the Platte County School District. The position helps create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for elementary-aged children by leading activities such as crafts, sports, games, STEM projects, physical activity, and snack time. The posting describes two roles: Youth Development Assistants (ages 16 and older), who provide support, and Youth Development Leaders (ages 18 and older), who independently lead and supervise their own group of children. The role offers weekday morning and/or afternoon shifts, with work ending by 6:00 p.m. The starting rate for Youth Development Leaders is $15.50 per hour and for Youth Development Assistants is $15.00 per hour, with increases based on experience and education.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16 for Youth Development Assistants.
Minimum age of 18 for Youth Development Leaders.
High school diploma or equivalent required at Kansas sites.
Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Ability to actively engage with and supervise children in indoor and outdoor activities; the role requires being on your feet, energy, and alertness.
Genuine interest in helping children learn, play, and grow.
General understanding of computer technology.
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Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with school-age children, such as babysitting, nannying, camp, or childcare program experience.
One year or more of college for Youth Development Leaders.

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 the authorized adult is personally known.
Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and YMCA teammates.
Attend scheduled shifts dependably, follow YMCA, licensing, and school district policies, and help keep program spaces clean and organized.
Youth Development Leaders provide direct supervision and lead a group of children independently.
Immediately report suspected child abuse or neglect and any unsafe conditions, accidents, or injuries, as mandated reporters under Kansas and Missouri law.