Afterschool Coordinator (South Shore YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Staten Island is seeking an Afterschool Coordinator to ensure the well-being and supervision of children in afterschool programs. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, implementing lesson plans, and maintaining communication with parents. Ideal candidates will have a college degree or equivalent experience, strong interpersonal skills, and at least two years of experience with youth. The position is part-time with a pay range of $19.00 - $23.00 hourly.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience working with youth.
• Current CPR/First Aid/RTE preferred.
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children in the program.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Y Afterschool and Y Core programs.
• Plan, create, and implement weekly lesson plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership qualities

Experience with youth

Education

College degree in a related field or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Afterschool Coordinator (South Shore YMCA)

Part‑Time / Regular

$19.00 - $23.00 hourly

Location: Staten Island YMCA South Shore Center, Staten Island, NY

Job ID: req2903

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

We cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people‑first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Manage the day‑to‑day operations of the Y Afterschool and Y Core programs.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (participant files, staff files, attendance sheets, incident reports, behavior reports, sign‑in/sign‑out sheets, YMCA, DYCD, YouthServices.net, and OCS‑21CCLC data entry, and licensing requirements).
• Plan, create, and ensure the implementation of weekly lesson plans.
• Observe and assess the individual needs of children; handle student‑related issues.
• Support parents/guardians in finding referrals to proper agencies for evaluations and remediation of children with special needs.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas of growth.
• Monitor and update all required staff training attendance and certifications.
• Ensure that supplies and equipment are available and kept safe.
• Fiscal contract management.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Create and maintain a strength‑based, youth‑focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Y Afterschool Program to participants and caregivers.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Desired Skills & Experience

• College degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth.
• Current CPR/First Aid/RTE preferred.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults.
• Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full‑time or part‑time), tenure, and/or the hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

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