Group Leader

YMCA of Greater Louisville; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Louisville is seeking a Part‑time Group Leader for the Floyd County Family YMCA in New Albany, IN. The role focuses on creating a safe, fun environment for school-age children and engaging them in activities aligned with YMCA values.

The position requires working with youth K–8, 17+ years old, and flexibility to cover on-site needs. Prior child-care or group activity experience is preferred, with adherence to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with school-age children (K-8).
• Minimum age 17 years old.
• Flexible hours based on on-site needs.
• Must travel to multiple school locations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Previous child care or group work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet parents and children by name and create welcoming atmosphere.
• Lead group activities, songs, games, and crafts for children.
• Maintain positive relationships with participants and staff.
• Track attendance/transitions and daily schedule.
• Follow safety rules and YMCA policies.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team player

Youth engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Floyd County Family YMCA - New Albany, IN 47150, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $14.00 - $14.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Before and After School Child Care, As the nation's leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a chance to make a lasting difference in your community.

As a key member of our child care team, the Group Leader is responsible for creating a safe, fun and positive atmosphere that promotes member engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Uphold the mission of the YMCA, and demonstrate behaviors that reflect a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature.
• Stands and greets parents and children by name.
• Leads group songs, games and crafts, and engages children in learning activities.
• Maintains positive relationships with the participants and other staff.
• Able to maintain group attendance/transition sheets and schedule for the day.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies all safety rules.
• Communicates with parents and caregivers about their child’s activities/day.
• Possess a willingness to work with youth and have FUN.
• Able to be a role model for children in our programs.
• A leader that has initiative, enthusiasm, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Attends all staff meetings and training as assigned.

Qualifications: POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Passion for working with school-age children (K-8th grade).
• Minimum age – 17 years old.
• Times are flexible based on‑site needs.
• Able to work/travel to sites located at various school locations.
• Team player with personal commitment to YCMA Mission, Philosophy & Character Development Values.
• People centered, service oriented.
• Ability to demonstrate and implement the YMCA’s voice: determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful and welcoming.
• Ability to plan, implement and lead group activities for school age children Kindergarten through 8th grade.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Previous child care or group work experience preferred.
• Must be enrolled in High School or possess a High School Diploma or an equivalent.
• Negative TB Test (every two years)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Lifting up to 50lbs
• Climbing, sitting, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, and stooping.
• Exposure to outdoor elements for certain portions of the day.
• Noise level- High
• Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting your voice across a distance in normal & loud situations.

CHILD SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
• Attend required abuse risk management trainings.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

The YMCA of Greater Louisville is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.