Program Development - Power Scholar P/T Group Leader

YMCA; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Benefits package including AFLAC

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is hiring a part-time Power Scholars Group Leader to support the after-school program at Seaton Elementary School. You will assist in daily operations, help with lesson plans, and ensure safety and positive engagement for children from PreK to 3rd grade.

Responsibilities include coordinating with families, maintaining a tidy classroom, and supporting the Sr. Group Leader in program delivery. CPR/First Aid and background checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED; CDA within 18 months of employment.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred or required.
• Documentation of physical exam and TB skin test.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting as required by local policy.
• Must meet county/state licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sr. Group Leader in daily program operations.
• Help plan, develop and implement before/after school activities.
• Help establish routines, set boundaries and behavior guidelines.
• Ensure child safety and emergency procedures are understood.
• Attend parent/child events and communicate with families.
• Maintain a clean, attractive classroom at all times.

Skills

Communication with families

Positive attitude

Interacting with children

Education

HS diploma or GED

CDA within 18 months

Job description

1503 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Job Description

Posted Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 4:0 AM

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The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is one of the largest charities in the DC area. The Y serves as an anchor in the community offering programs and services encompassing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Position: Power Scholars P/T Group Leader Salary:$18.00 per hour
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, to realize your leadership potential and discover a career that is so much more than a job.
About the Job The part time Group Leader position is responsible for assisting the Sr. Group Leader in the daily operations of the program at Seaton Elementary School (K - PreK-3, and PreK4) . They are responsible for aiding in the planning, development and implementation of all the before and after school activities under the guidelines of the YMCA Power Scholars Pre-School curriculum. The Group Leader assists in oversight of all program activities, communicating with families and ensuring all equipment and supplies are available.
Some of the exciting things you will do as a Group Leader include but are not limited to:

• Assist the program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA, the School Age Curriculum (i.e. Creative curriculum)
• With the help of the Sr. Group Leader effectively carries out appropriate lesson plans
• Aid in establishing structure and routines for children setting boundaries and behavior guidelines
• Responsible for the safety of the children at all times, including understanding and being able to implement emergency procedures as necessary
• Attends parent/child events as required
• Effectively communicates with parents throughout the program year
• Maintains an attractive and clean classroom at all times

Schedule: Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have high school diploma or GED. Obtain CDA within 18 months of employment. Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test.
• Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting.
• Must meet the county/state licensing requirements.
• Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children.
• Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds.
• Must have visual acuity to observe all children.

Benefits:

Did you know that just for being a YMCA employee you get great supplemental benefits (AFLAC, ALLSTATE, Vision Care, LegalShield) and even Zip Car! The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington provides progressive employee benefits, including employer-funded retirement plan with vesting after two years of service or 1000 hours compensated time in each of those two years; 403(b) employee retirement savings plan; free YMCA membership for employee ; sick leave, and numerous professional development opportunities.

1503 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA