Afterschool Group Leader Part Time

Neighborhood House; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) match

Daily free lunch

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Neighborhood House in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Lead Afterschool Youth Leader (Part Time) to guide enrichment activities, supervise a teaching team, and coordinate family communication. This role focuses on leadership, planning, and team accountability while ensuring safe transportation for field trips.

You will support daily operations, assist with lesson plans, and model positive behavior. Requirements include 2+ years with children, First Aid/CPR, and a Utah driver license; bilingual

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with children 5-12 in afterschool programs; lead experience preferred.
• High-energy, responsible, and passionate about working with children.
• First Aid & CPR Certification.
• Valid Utah Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Food Handler's Permit.
• Ability to pass Child Care Licensing background check and drug test.
• Fluent in English; Spanish bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for children.
• Develop lesson plans, including clubs, outdoor recreation and community service.
• Collaborate with your teaching team to implement the lesson plans and enrichment activities.
• Supervise and interact with children during classroom activities, outdoor play, field trip and community service projects.
• Use assessments to track each child's progress and ensure timely completion.
• Serve as the main point of contact for parent communication; provide positive feedback and address concerns.
• Hold weekly team meetings to discuss plans and teamwork.
• Ensure tasks are completed using accountability methods amongst the team.
• Support day-to-day team coordination by communicating expectations and onboarding new members.
• Ensure safety and proper group management using positive behavior techniques.
• Transport children safely using a 15-passenger van to and from school and during field trips.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

First Aid & CPR

English fluency

Spanish bilingual (preferred)

Job description

**Inspire. Lead. Make an Impact.**
**Afterschool Group Leader Part Time**

Do you love working with children and supporting a team that makes a difference in their lives? Are you looking for a fun, rewarding, and flexible role that allows you to develop leadership skills, mentor staff, and gain valuable experience in afterschool programming? If so, our Lead Afterschool Youth Leader position at Neighborhood House may be the perfect opportunity for you!

We are a licensed and NAEYC-accredited organization providing high-quality afterschool programs for children ages 5-12. As a Lead Afterschool Youth Leader, you will guide engaging enrichment activities, support your teaching team, supervise children, communicate with families, and help ensure safe transportation to and from school and during field trips.

Position Overview

In this lead role, you will help coordinate daily afterschool operations, support Youth Leaders in implementing lesson plans, serve as a primary contact for families, and model positive behavior guidance and teamwork. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with children while also taking on additional responsibility for communication, planning, and team accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive environment where children feel safe and engaged.
• Develop lesson plans, including clubs, outdoor recreation and community service, that support children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Collaborate with your teaching team to implement the lesson plans and enrichment activities.
• Supervise and interact with children during classroom activities, outdoor play, field trip and community service projects.
• Use assessments to track each child's progress and ensure they are all completed on time and to fidelity.
• Serve as the main point of contact for parent communication; providing positive feedback, addressing concerns and ensuring all incident reports are completed and signed.
• Hold weekly meetings with your team to discuss classroom plans, concerns, and foster teamwork amongst your team.
• Ensure all tasks are completed by using accountability methods amongst the team.
• Support day-to-day team coordination by communicating expectations, modeling professional conduct, helping onboard new team members, and escalating classroom or parent concerns to the School Age Program Manager when needed.
• Ensure safety and proper group management using positive behavior techniques.
• Transport children safely using a 15-passenger van to and from school and during field trips.

Why Join Us?

• Career Development: Gain valuable leadership and childcare experience with opportunities for advancement.
• Flexible Scheduling: Split shifts available to fit your lifestyle.
• Fun & Rewarding Work: Plan activities, encourage teamwork, and make a positive impact in children's lives.
• Great Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) match, daily free lunch, and an employee assistance program.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children ages 5-12 in an afterschool program environment or equivalent experience; prior experience leading a classroom, coordinating activities, mentoring staff, or communicating with families is preferred.
• High-energy, responsible, and passionate about working with children.
• First Aid & CPR Certifi

cation

• Valid Utah Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Food Handler's Permit
• Ability to pass Child Care Licensing background check and drug test.
• Fluent in English (Spanish bilingual preferred).

Schedule & Pay

• Regular full-time shift or split shift available requiring before school hours and then afterschool hours.
• Competitive Pay: $18.00 $21.00 per hour, DOE.

Neighborhood House is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.