Afterschool Program Lead

Austinymca; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Free household YMCA membership

Job summary

The Greater Austin YMCA is seeking an on-site Program Lead to manage a school-year program and summer camp, oversee daily operations, staff, and program quality, and foster a safe, engaging experience for participants on a campus setting.

You will partner with school staff, principals, and teachers, coordinate with PTAs, and help with special events while modeling YMCA values and ensuring strong community connections.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year licensed childcare experience or experience in an accredited school setting.
• Proven experience supervising and developing a team.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and exceptional experience for students.
• Guide, coach, and inspire your team, foster collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Implement daily schedules and curriculum, including games, creative projects, learning activities, and outdoor play.
• Follow Texas Childcare licensing standards and YMCA policies to maintain a secure environment.
• Ensure the safety, health and security of all participants in our programs including while on off-site fieldtrips.
• Partner with school principals, teachers, and PTAs, supporting campus initiatives and special events.
• Promote social-emotional development, academic support, and positive behavior through strong relationships and intentional guidance.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with parents, caregivers, staff, and supervisors.
• Address behavior concerns, scheduling needs, or late pickups with flexibility and composure.
• Model the Y's mission, vision, and values every day, sharing our story and culture with students, staff, and the school community.
• Complete accurate documentation and maintain confidential records related to attendance, behavior, and health.
• Participate in internal committees and assist with program-wide events and trainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team supervision

Customer-focused

Flexibility

Growth mindset

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As the Program Lead, you will lead a n on- site program during the school year and a summer camp program over the summer months , taking ownership of all daily operations, staff management, and program quality. You will ensure a safe, engaging, and high-quality experience for all participants while fostering a positive, collaborative team environment. Y ou will be embedded on campus, supporting school staff, building strong partnerships with principals and teachers, and assisting with special events and activities. You will be responsible for managing any grant and special initiatives at that campus or camp . You will serve as the YMCA’s on-site representative, modeling its mission, vision, and values, and creating meaningful connections with students, families, staff, and the school community.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Oversee all daily operations, ensuring safety, compliance, andexceptionalexperience for students.
• Guide, coach, and inspire your team,fostercollaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
• Implement daily schedules and curriculum, including games, creative projects, learning activities, and outdoor play.
• Follow Texas Childcare licensing standards and YMCA policies tomaintaina secure environment.
• Ensure the safety, health and security of all participants in our programs including while on off-site fieldtrips .
• Partner with school principals, teachers, and PTAs, supporting campus initiatives andspecial events.
• Promote social-emotionaldevelopment, academic support, and positive behavior through strong relationships and intentional guidance.
• Maintainclear, consistent communication with parents, caregivers, staff, and supervisors.
• Address behavior concerns, scheduling needs, or late pickups with flexibility and composure.
• Modelthe Y'smission, vision, and values every day, sharing our story and culture with students, staff, and the school community.
• Completeaccuratedocumentation andmaintainconfidential records related to attendance, behavior, and health.
• Participate in internal committees andassistwith program-wide events andtrainings.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Y

• 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of1 yearlicensed childcare experience or experience in an accredited school setting
• Proven experience supervising and developing a team
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage group behavior and resolve challenges calmly
• Professional, customer-focused approach
• Reliable transportation and flexibility for occasional evenings/weekends.
• Growth Mindset: Learn and improve to better serve members and the mission.
• Team Player: Work collaboratively with others and support a positive team environment.
• Communicates Effectively: Listen actively and communicate clearly with members and peers.
• Customer Focused:Anticipatesneeds and ensures quality, member-centered service.
• Fosters Belonging: Ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and included.
• Ensure Accountability:Hold yourself and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manage Ambiguity:Operateeffectively, even when things areuncertainor the way forward is unclear.

Physical Requirements:

This role requires the ability to actively supervise and engage with children throughout the program day. The Program Lead must be able to stand, walk, and move around the site for extended periods,participatein physical activities such as games and outdoor play, and lift or carry materials and supplies up to 25--35 pounds. The role also requires bending, kneeling, and stretching to support students,maintainsafe and organized spaces, and respond quickly to the needs of the program. Clear communication with staff, students, parents, and school personnel is essential, and employees mustmaintainawareness of their environment toensure safety at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Work Location

4000 S. IH 35 Frontage Rd, Austin , Texas 78704 , United States

About Us

The Greater Austin YMCA is a dynamic force elevating quality of life in Greater Austin by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families and seniors in our rapidly growing community. For nearly 75 years, the Greater Austin YMCA has evolved to address each community's greatest needs, touching every phase of life and nurturing happier, healthier people, a stronger community and a better world.

We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality programs that keep our community strong. As a proud 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we provide financial assistance to expand access so community members can learn, grow, and thrive through our early learning academies, fitness and wellness centers, youth programs, workforce development, adult programming, mental health counseling, and more.

Each year, the Y serves nearly 140,000 people across Travis and Hays counties through seven fitness and wellness centers, more than 55 licensed campuses in four school districts, two YMCA Tomorrow Academy™ locations, and Camp Moody, our outdoor Adventure camp.

Globally, the YMCA is one of the oldest and largest youth-serving organizations in the world, united by our commitmentto a better future -- for all.

Additional Information:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We Take Care of Our People

Our mission isn't just a statement--it's a guiding force that shapes our actions every day. Rooted in our unwavering commitment to serving our community and esteemed team members, our mission is a true way of life. We're passionate about fostering health and wellness for all, and we're truly excited to introduce the following comprehensive benefits package that has been thoughtfully designed to prioritize your well-being.

• Health Insurance: We provide comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, to ensure the well-being of our employees.
• Retirement Savings Plan: We offer a 12% employer-funded retirement plan upon meeting eligibility, empowering employees to plan for their future.
• Paid Time Off: Work-life integration is important to us, which is why we provide up to 48 days of paid time off over vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Additional Perks: Free household membership to facilities operated by the Greater Austin YMCA, which is worth $1,200+ annually.

Pay Range

$21 per hour

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