Before & After School Enrichment Lead

Seattle YMCA; Sammamish (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Retirement plan with employer match

Mental health resources

PTO accrual from hire

Childcare program discounts

Job summary

Seattle YMCA is seeking a full‑time onsite BASE program lead to guide elementary students through sports, arts, STEM and hands-on learning. You will support the program supervisor and foster teamwork, SEL, and skill-building in a safe environment.

The role runs during school start and end times, with additional Play Everyday support and full-day programming on non-school days. A strong commitment to equity informs daily work.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• 2+ years of experience with children in camps, childcare, tutoring or nannying.
• Ability to model YMCA values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
• Completion of minimum STARS training and CPR/First aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the Y curriculum.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure health and safety and a positive experience.
• May guide staff/volunteers overseeing groups of children.
• Communicates day-to-day information with parents/guardians.
• Follows YMCA policies, including medical, disciplinary, abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains site appearance and cleanliness; assists with snacks as needed.
• Checks in or out for parents and supports Play Everyday programs onsite.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with children

Teamwork & collaboration

Social emotional learning

Activity planning

Education

GED or high school diploma

STARS training

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Seattle YMCA is seeking a full‑time onsite BASE program lead to guide elementary students through sports, arts, STEM and hands-on learning. You will support the program supervisor and foster teamwork, SEL, and skill-building in a safe environment.

The role runs during school start and end times, with additional Play Everyday support and full-day programming on non-school days. A strong commitment to equity informs daily work.