Group Leader

Merrimack Valley YMCA; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Merrimack Valley YMCA in Lawrence, MA is seeking a part-time Group Leader to provide safe, engaging leadership for youth and families. You will support curriculum planning, supervision, and daily attendance while upholding YMCA safety standards and licensing requirements.

The role requires EEC Group Leader qualifications, 18+ years old, and CPR/First Aid certification. Relevant education or experience in youth programs is preferred, with flexible afternoon shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be EEC Group Leader qualified.
• 18+ years of age with one of the qualification paths listed.
• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree with experience or High School Diploma with work experience.
• Nine months of experience with school age children including three months in a school age program.
• Relevant education classes are preferred.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum with Site Coordinator.
• Ensure program quality meets licensing and QRIS standards and safety regulations.
• Supervise children, plan lessons, and track daily attendance.
• Keep classrooms safe and maintain cleanliness and appearance.
• Model YMCA values of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum planning

Supervision

Safety

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate Degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Three months working experience

Six months work experience

Nine months experience with school age children

Education-related coursework

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: Experienced

Job Location: Lawrence Branch - Lawrence, MA 01840

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Afternoon

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Group Leader will represent the YMCA personally, professionally and in a manner in accordance with the mission and goals of the YMCA. The Group Leader, under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable leadership to the members, volunteers, families and program participants. All Merrimack Valley YMCA staff will help champion a culture of service excellence and support and advocate the mission and values of the YMCA.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with Site Coordinator to plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Ensure and maintain quality of program and that it meets EEC Licensing Requirements, QRIS Standards, YMCA of USA Initiatives (Active Learning and HEPA Initiatives) and complies with all safety regulations.
• Program responsibilities include, but are not limited to: supervision of children, lesson planning and daily attendance.
• Keep safety as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional wellbeing of all staff, volunteers, members, students, families and program participants using the YMCA classrooms and indoor/facility.
• Maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of the child care classroom.
• By personal example help interpret quality of YMCA core values of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor (remains flexible).

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be EEC Group Leader qualified.
• At least 18 years of age and meeting one of the following requirements:
• Have a Bachelor’s or an Associate’s Degree, and three months working experience
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent; and six months of work experience.
• Have nine months of experience with school age children including three months of supervised experience at a school age child program.
• Relevant college classes in Education or related field is preferred.
• Maintain current CPR certification and First Aid throughout employment.