After-School Youth Development Site Lead (Part-Time)

Theuniversityunion; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Houston Youth Development Site Director supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Development Site Director provides direction for the program and staff and implements school-age enrichment program curriculum.

Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on youth development, including the YMCA core values: honesty, respect,

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED; minimum 70 clock hours of training in child or youth development, recreational leadership or management.
• Minimum of two years experience working with youth at a licensed facility, church, school or equivalent setting.
• Eligible to be listed as a qualified caregiver for Texas Child Care Licensing.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention trainings.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Current TB exam/health requirements and immunizations as required by local/state health departments.
• Pass a local/state background and FBI fingerprinting check.

Responsibilities

• Site Management: Oversees daily site operations for safe, nurturing, and enriching environment; maintains spaces, equipment, and compliance postings.
• Supervision and Safety: Ensures safety and security of children and staff; monitors behavior, conducts headcounts, maintains attendance records.
• Behavior Management: Applies positive behavior techniques aligned with YMCA guidelines.
• Program & Policy Compliance: Conducts safety drills and inspections; ensures postings and policies are followed.
• Program Planning and Implementation: Delivers age-appropriate activities per approved curriculum; fosters positive social interactions.
• Parent and Community Engagement: Communicates with parents; represents YMCA at school functions; distributes recruitment materials.
• Administrative Duties: Maintains enrollment/attendance records; supports data collection and reporting for grants.
• Program Growth and Retention: Supports recruitment and enrollment efforts; tracks attendance and balances.
• Program Quality: Plans/implements lessons; monitors YMCA Youth Program Quality processes; uses data for improvements.
• Child Abuse Prevention: Reports concerns; adheres to mandated reporting and safety protocols.

Skills

Safety awareness

Caregiver supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

YMCA of Greater Houston Youth Development Site Director supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Development Site Director provides direction for the program and staff and implements school-age enrichment program curriculum.

Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on youth development, including the YMCA core values: honesty, respect,