After-School Group Leader: Lead Engaging, Safe Programs

Mitsubishi International Corporation; Somersworth (NH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Paid training

Professional development opportunities

Career growth within the YMCA

Employee discounts on programs and kid

Job summary

The Granite YMCA is seeking Group Leaders to join our School Age Childcare team. This role focuses on leading a group of children in before and after school programs, ensuring safe, engaging, and high-quality activities that meet YMCA standards and NH licensing requirements.

You will supervise activities, build positive relationships with families, and collaborate with a Site Director to maintain program excellence.

Qualifications

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience working with children in a childcare, school, or camp setting required.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage groups of children in a structured environment.
• Positive, patient, and energetic leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily program activities in alignment with YMCA standards and NH state licensing requirements.
• Provide a physically and emotionally safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for youth.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, and staff; actively supervise at all times.
• Oversee attendance, headcounts, and behavior management for assigned group.
• Model and promote YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies following YMCA procedures.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and provide program updates as needed.
• Collaborate with the Site Director and team to maintain high-quality programming and operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Support extended programming including school vacations, snow days, and family engagement events.
• Demonstrate flexibility and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture.

Skills

CPR/AED

First Aid

Childcare leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Job description

The Granite YMCA is seeking Group Leaders to join our School Age Childcare team. This role focuses on leading a group of children in before and after school programs, ensuring safe, engaging, and high-quality activities that meet YMCA standards and NH licensing requirements.

You will supervise activities, build positive relationships with families, and collaborate with a Site Director to maintain program excellence.