Afterschool Youth Program Lead

YMCA of Greater Houston; Crosby (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Discounts on YMCA programs

Paid training and professional dev.

Leadership growth paths

Supportive mission-driven team

Flexible scheduling

Community impact opportunities

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Houston seeks an Afterschool Site Lead to serve as the primary leader for a licensed school-age program, ensuring safety, engagement, and licensing compliance. You will coordinate daily operations, implement the YMCA curriculum, and build strong relationships with families and school partners.

The role requires oversight of site safety, staff supervision, and adherence to health and safety standards while fostering a nurturing environment for children and families.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED; 70 clock hours of training in child or youth development; two college courses equal 100 clock hours.
• At least one year of experience working with youth in a licensed childcare facility, school, church, or similar setting.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention certifications (or ability to obtain).
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate activities and programming.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Ability to pass state and local background checks and FBI fingerprinting requirements.
• Current TB test and any required health screenings or immunizations per state and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Keep Children Safe: supervise, headcounts, attendance, and emergencies per policy.
• Site Management: act as Texas Site Director; oversee daily operations and site upkeep.
• Supervision and Safety: maintain records, monitor activities, ensure policy adherence.
• Behavior Management: use positive techniques to promote respectful behavior.
• Program & Policy Compliance: conduct drills, display postings, follow health and safety policies.
• Program Planning and Implementation: oversee age-appropriate activities per YMCA curriculum.
• Parent and Community Engagement: communicate with families about progress and concerns.
• Administrative Duties: maintain enrollment and attendance records.
• Program Growth and Retention: develop strategies to grow enrollment and retention.
• Program Quality: plan lessons/activities per Y standards.
• Program Evaluation: lead YPQ interventions and monitor participation.
• Child Abuse Prevention: report concerns; ensure proper sign-in/out and secure facilities.

Skills

Plan & organize

Diversity experience

Background checks

TB/health screening

Education

HS diploma or GED

70 hours training in child/youth development

Equivalent college credits (100 hours)

CPR/First Aid/AED/Abuse prevention certifications

Job description

YMCA of Greater Houston seeks an Afterschool Site Lead to serve as the primary leader for a licensed school-age program, ensuring safety, engagement, and licensing compliance. You will coordinate daily operations, implement the YMCA curriculum, and build strong relationships with families and school partners.

The role requires oversight of site safety, staff supervision, and adherence to health and safety standards while fostering a nurturing environment for children and families.