Afterschool Site Lead: Programs & Safety Champion

Heart of the Valley YMCA; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of the Valley YMCA is seeking an Afterschool Care Site Lead in Huntsville, AL to provide on-site leadership and support for the afterschool program. The role focuses on creating a safe, welcoming, engaging environment for children and families, while ensuring YMCA policies and safety procedures are followed.

The Site Lead serves as the primary point person during program hours, coordinates schedules, supervises staff, and collaborates with school partners and YMCA team members to deliver

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to lead staff while working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Maturity, sound judgment, dependability, and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site leadership for the afterschool program and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Prepare program space, maintain safety and organization, and manage daily schedule.
• Supervise participants, manage attendance, and ensure accurate counts and compliance.
• Develop staff schedules and assign responsibilities to meet program needs.
• Welcome families, maintain professional relationships with school partners and community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Maturity and judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in education or related field

Job description

Heart of the Valley YMCA is seeking an Afterschool Care Site Lead in Huntsville, AL to provide on-site leadership and support for the afterschool program. The role focuses on creating a safe, welcoming, engaging environment for children and families, while ensuring YMCA policies and safety procedures are followed.

The Site Lead serves as the primary point person during program hours, coordinates schedules, supervises staff, and collaborates with school partners and YMCA team members to deliver