2026 - 2027 Before/After School Site Supervisor - PT

Greater Somerset County YMCA; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Professional development opportunities

Mentoring and growth within YMCA

Inclusive community for all

Employee resource networks

Job summary

Greater Somerset County YMCA is seeking Site Supervisors for before- and after-school programs in Basking Ridge, Bedminster, and Bernards Twp. This on-site role focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in a community setting.

You will supervise children ages 5–12, help plan activities, ensure safety, and build strong relationships with families and staff. Associates degree or 2 years' relevant experience required for part-time work.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Associates degree in childcare, education, or related field.
• OR minimum of 2 years' experience working with children ages 5-12.
• Experience working with children in a structured group setting.
• Good communication skills and ability to relate to diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Assists with implementation of a varied and challenging program of activities for children.
• Supervises all children on the site.
• Builds relationships with children and families and assists with questions or concerns.
• Maintains discipline under policy and code of conduct.
• Motivates and encourages children to participate in activities.
• Provides a safe environment and follows safety procedures.
• Keeps site organized, clean and ready for children; coordinates setup and cleanup.

Skills

Communication

Youth work

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in childcare or related field

Job description

Description

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org

Somerset Hills YMCA is currently seeking Site Supervisors for our before and after school programs in Basking Ridge, Bedminster, and Bernards Twp. We are looking for cause-driven leaders that share our commitment to nurture and support our children, promote youth development, and foster a sense of social responsibility. This job is fully on-site, not remote.

Essential Functions

• Assists with implementation of a varied and challenging program of activities for children which includes Homework Time, Enrichment Activities, Organized Physical Activities, Free Play, and Snack Time.
• Supervises all children on the site.
• Build relationships with children and families - Greet them in a positive manner every day. Assists parents/guardians with questions or concerns
• Maintains discipline with children during all activities under the guidance of the GSCYMCA Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Motivates and encourages all children to participate in program activities.
• Provides a safe environment for children and follow all required safety procedures in case of emergency.
• Develops an attractive, organized, clean, and stimulating space:
• Cleaning and disinfect of all equipment as per state requirements (daily or weekly).
• Maintain site/room, equipment and materials in an orderly and safe manner.
• Set up the site/room in advance of children's arrival and cleans up after children's departure.
• Keeps SACC Coordinator apprised of situations requiring their attention

Requirements

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have an Associates degree in childcare, education, or related field
• OR have a minimum of 2 years' experience working with children ages 5-12 years
• Must have experience working with children in a structured group setting
• Must have ability to learn and think quickly to solve child-to-child situations
• Good communication skills and ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.

Benefits Of Working Part-time At GSCY Include

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.