Afterschool Group Leader: Youth Development & Impact

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a Group Leader for the West Side Y Afterschool program. This part-time role provides a safe, engaging space for school-age children and supports learning through activities and supervision after school and during breaks.

Under the Program Director, you will collaborate with content specialists, provide homework help and tutoring, and lead activities across SEL, literacy, STEAM, and leadership while maintaining documentation and fostering an inclusive, positive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college credits preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience with children under 13 in a group setting.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; comfortable with diverse youth and adults.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of youth development and ability to implement age-appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of participants with supervision at all times.
• Collaborate on age-appropriate lesson plans with specialists.
• Provide homework help, tutoring sessions, and enrichment activities.
• Create meaningful activities across SEL, literacy, STEAM, and leadership.
• Prepare learning environments and necessary supplies for activities.
• Support coordination of culminating performances at program end.
• Collaborate with Inclusion Coordinator to support all students.
• Maintain inclusive, welcoming environment for diverse participants.
• Be a positive role model for participants.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (sign-in/out, behavior reports).
• Communicate YMCA core values to participants and caregivers.
• Engage in trainings, meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to OCFS, DOH, YMCA, partner standards and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Diversity engagement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College credits preferred

CPR/First Aid certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a Group Leader for the West Side Y Afterschool program. This part-time role provides a safe, engaging space for school-age children and supports learning through activities and supervision after school and during breaks.

Under the Program Director, you will collaborate with content specialists, provide homework help and tutoring, and lead activities across SEL, literacy, STEAM, and leadership while maintaining documentation and fostering an inclusive, positive