Afterschool Group Leader - Part-Time, Flexible Hours

South Shore YMCA; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time accrual

Complimentary YMCA membership

25% childcare discount

50% camp discount

Job summary

South Shore YMCA is seeking a Part-Time Afterschool Group Leader to provide safe, engaging afterschool experiences for children, including homework help, activities, and active supervision from the end of the school day until pick-up.

The role focuses on program management, staff and volunteer engagement, and community involvement across multiple YMCA sites. Flexible scheduling and reliable transportation are important for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old with a High School diploma or GED and 6+ months of experience working with school-age children.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree a plus with 3+ months of experience with school-age children.
• Reliable transportation required; work across more than one nearby location as needed.
• Must pass EEC background check including fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Program Management: Plan and execute programs that meet children and families' needs.
• Staff Engagement & Development: Supervise participants and volunteers per EEC regs and QRIS standards.
• Membership Engagement & Development: Build relationships with families and members; recruit new families.
• Facility Management: Ensure facilities and equipment are safe, clean and well maintained.
• Volunteer Development: Recruit and engage volunteers.
• Community Involvement & Support: Assist with YMCA fundraising activities and events.

Skills

Childcare experience

Safety & supervision

Program planning

Community engagement

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree a plus

Job description

South Shore YMCA is seeking a Part-Time Afterschool Group Leader to provide safe, engaging afterschool experiences for children, including homework help, activities, and active supervision from the end of the school day until pick-up.

The role focuses on program management, staff and volunteer engagement, and community involvement across multiple YMCA sites. Flexible scheduling and reliable transportation are important for success in this role.