Group Leader

YMCA; Somersworth (NH); Presencial; USD 19 000 - 25 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Free YMCA membership

Paid training

Professional development opportunities

Career growth within the YMCA

Employee discounts on programs and kid

Resumo da oferta

The Granite YMCA is seeking Group Leaders to join our School Age Childcare team. This role focuses on leading a group of children in before and after school programs, ensuring safe, engaging, and high-quality activities that meet YMCA standards and NH licensing requirements.

You will supervise activities, build positive relationships with families, and collaborate with a Site Director to maintain program excellence.

Qualificações

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience working with children in a childcare, school, or camp setting required.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage groups of children in a structured environment.
• Positive, patient, and energetic leadership style.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily program activities in alignment with YMCA standards and NH state licensing requirements.
• Provide a physically and emotionally safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for youth.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, and staff; actively supervise at all times.
• Oversee attendance, headcounts, and behavior management for assigned group.
• Model and promote YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies following YMCA procedures.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and provide program updates as needed.
• Collaborate with the Site Director and team to maintain high-quality programming and operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Support extended programming including school vacations, snow days, and family engagement events.
• Demonstrate flexibility and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture.

Conhecimentos

CPR/AED

First Aid

Childcare leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Granite YMCA is seeking Group Leaders to join our School Age Childcare team! This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with children and are ready to take on a leadership role in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching program environment.

As a Group Leader, you will oversee a group of children in our before and after school programs, ensuring high-quality programming that meets YMCA standards and New Hampshire state licensing requirements. With opportunities for growth and advancement, this is more than just a job—it’s a chance to build leadership experience and make a meaningful impact.

Positions available at YMCA branches and local elementary schools.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily program activities in alignment with YMCA standards and NH state licensing requirements
• Provide a physically and emotionally safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for youth
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, and staff; actively supervise at all times
• Oversee attendance, headcounts, and behavior management for assigned group
• Model and promote YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
• Respond to incidents and emergencies following YMCA procedures
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and provide program updates as needed
• Collaborate with the Site Director and team to maintain high-quality programming and operations
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Support extended programming including school vacations, snow days, and family engagement events
• Demonstrate flexibility and contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture

Qualifications:

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience working with children in a childcare, school, or camp setting required
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage groups of children in a structured environment
• Positive, patient, and energetic leadership style

Benefits & Perks:

• Free YMCA membership
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for career growth within the YMCA
• Employee discounts on programs, childcare, and more
• Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools
• Flexible work environment

Help lead a program where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow—