Kids Club Program Lead: After-School & Safety

YSS; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

YSS is seeking a Kids Club Manager to lead engaging before- and after-school programs across Story County locations, including Ballard Elementary, Gilbert Elementary, Gilbert Intermediate, and Roland-Story Elementary. You will supervise staff, shape age-appropriate activities, and partner with families and schools to create safe, enriching environments.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, strong communication, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in early childhood, child development, elementary education, or related field.
• Current CPR/First Aid, Universal Precautions, and Mandatory Reporter Training; completed within 3 months if not held at hire.
• Meets DHS childcare requirements, including background checks and trainings.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and inspire staff across sites, fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Oversee engaging, age-appropriate programming for K–6, including summer and school-break activities.
• Recruit, hire, train, and schedule staff and volunteers while supporting growth.
• Ensure safety, supervision, and licensing compliance across all sites.
• Build strong partnerships with families, school staff, and community partners.

Skills

Staff supervision

Team leadership

Communication

Planning & organization

Equity & inclusion

Bilingual (a plus)

Education

Bachelors in ECE / Education

Job description

YSS is seeking a Kids Club Manager to lead engaging before- and after-school programs across Story County locations, including Ballard Elementary, Gilbert Elementary, Gilbert Intermediate, and Roland-Story Elementary. You will supervise staff, shape age-appropriate activities, and partner with families and schools to create safe, enriching environments.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, strong communication, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.