Afterschool Program Lead — Youth Development & Mentoring

YMCA of Greater Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Long Beach seeks a Lead Expanded Learning Program Leader to supervise a group of 10-20 youth in before and after school enrichment for grades TK–8. You will write lesson plans, coordinate daily activities, and ensure safety and compliance.

You will mentor program staff, serve as primary contact when the Site Manager is away, and help create a welcoming environment that supports healthy lifestyles and academic enrichment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additionally, demonstrate proof of 48 completed college units or pass district's Instructional Aide exam. Childhood Education/Child Development units preferred.
• Current CPR and 1st Aid Certification required within first 3 months of employment.
• Clear the Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting).
• Conduct health exam and TB test.
• Clear Drug Test Screening.
• Complete all required training(s).
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Minimum of six-months experience working with and supervising children.
• Experience with MAC and PC format computers is preferred.
• Bilingual with English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor with planning and implementing the program for students in accordance with organization and agency policies.
• Comply with site policies and procedures.
• Work in a team environment.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that are age appropriate and meet organization and agency guidelines.
• Supervise students at all times.
• Create a welcoming environment for students.
• Maintain open lines of communication with site stakeholders.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings and other organization/agency functions as required by supervisor.
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor.
• Provide guidance, support, and direction to Program Leaders in the absence of the Site Manager.
• Maintain a safe and positive program environment, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with attendance tracking, reporting, and program documentation.
• Serve as acting lead in the absence of the Site Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Lesson planning

Mentoring

Youth supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college units or instructional aide exam

Childhood Education/Child Development units preferred

Tools

MAC/PC familiarity

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Long Beach seeks a Lead Expanded Learning Program Leader to supervise a group of 10-20 youth in before and after school enrichment for grades TK–8. You will write lesson plans, coordinate daily activities, and ensure safety and compliance.

You will mentor program staff, serve as primary contact when the Site Manager is away, and help create a welcoming environment that supports healthy lifestyles and academic enrichment.