After-School Youth Programs Team Leader

City-of-Gaithersbur; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Gaithersburg is seeking part-time Youth Services Team Leaders to supervise and support after-school youth programs at Gaithersburg school sites and City facilities. Roles involve overseeing up to 85 participants, guiding staff, coordinating activities and field trips, and ensuring safety during hours of operation.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of paid youth experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
• At least 2 years of paid experience working with youth and supervising program operations, participants and staff.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (may be obtained through the City after hire).
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions, enforce safety rules, and stay poised in all situations.
• Fluency in English; Spanish or other language is desirable.
• Equivalent combination of education, experience, and training acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and secure operation of the program site.
• Provide overall supervision of program operation, participants, and part‑time staff.
• Coordinate MCPS free snack program.
• Coordinate on-site activities; promote and coordinate field trips and other off-site activities.
• Maintain and oversee crisis management and emergency policies and procedures.
• Arrange supplies and equipment and ensure equipment and supplies function properly.
• Communicate with participants, parents, program staff, and MCPS partners.
• Oversee and/or participate in preparing and maintaining the facility by cleaning, sweeping, and disposing of trash when appropriate.
• Provide outstanding service and pursue continuous improvement.

Job description

The City of Gaithersburg is seeking part-time Youth Services Team Leaders to supervise and support after-school youth programs at Gaithersburg school sites and City facilities. Roles involve overseeing up to 85 participants, guiding staff, coordinating activities and field trips, and ensuring safety during hours of operation.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of paid youth experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).