Program Lead

asymca; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

ASYMCA in San Diego is seeking a Part-Time Program Lead to guide youth and family enrichment activities, emphasizing healthy living and social responsibility. You will work with Program Coordinators to address program needs and ensure high-quality, data-driven activities aligned with FYE goals.

The role requires at least 6 ECE or related units, nonprofit experience, and strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum: 6 ECE/CD units or related field with nonprofit experience.
• Experience facilitating children's programs or similar nonprofit work.
• Familiarity with military population or equivalent socio-economic group.
• Preferred: CA Child Development Permit or BA in related field.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills program and event responsibilities identified by the Program Director.
• Facilitate programs with purpose; ensure goals and objectives are met.
• Maintain program records: attendance, reports, timecards, mileage, cash requests.
• Support grant applications by providing ASY stories and participant data.
• Collaborate with Program Coordinators and military partners on initiatives.
• Ensure YMCA core values are integrated into curriculum and delivery.

Skills

ECE units

Nonprofit

Data reporting

Customer service

Public speaking

Time management

Education

6 ECE/CD units

CA Child Development Permit

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Windows 2000

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Program Lead

Status: Non-Exempt, Part‑Time $22.00/hr

Reports to: Program Director, Family & Youth Enrichment

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Program Director of the Family and Youth Enrichment department, the Program Lead is primarily responsible for facilitating programs focused on family and youth enrichment, with an emphasis on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Programs include Afterschool Achievement Academy, Toddler Achievement Academy, Operation Hero, Camp Hero, Operation Little Learner, and potential support for special events. Duties include working closely with the Program Coordinators to ensure that program needs are being addressed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Fulfill program and special event responsibilities identified by the Program Director.
• Facilitate programs with intention and purpose. Conduct all activities to ensure that the goals and objectives of each program are met.
• Provide high-quality programs using current teaching techniques and FYE Standard Operating Procedures. Fulfill Administrative requirements outlined in the manual, including completion of program attendance, incident documentation, and program reports, completion of timecards, mileage and petty cash requests, monthly statistics, and special projects as feasible.
• Be a good steward of agency and grant funds, promote cause-driven leadership and the attitude of gratitude.
• Be available for families seeking services with a general working knowledge of all ASYMCA programs and services.
• Complete statistical reporting and periodic program evaluations and use data to inform program enhancements.
• Able to evaluate programs using available data. Support the Program Manager in the grant application and fund generation by providing ASY stories, participant photos, and other activities as appropriate.
• Actively participate in scheduled meetings, team implementation of FYE events, office space improvements, and program development.
• Monitor and organize program supplies and equipment.
• Implementation and facilitation of programs that support the needs and well‑being of the military family in terms of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
• Work collaboratively interdepartmentally and with military and civilian organizations to provide high-quality programs/events that benefit military members and their families.
• Maintains professionalism by administering both verbal and written correspondence in a timely manner. Supports other departments as schedule permits. Maintains professional boundaries with program participants and FYE staff.
• Follow uniform policy; maintain professional demeanor when representing the ASYMCA.
• Complete statistical reporting in a timely manner and in accordance with FYE department Standard Operating Procedures.
• Fulfill program and special event responsibilities identified by supervisor(s).
• All other duties as assigned.
• Evening or weekend work as required.
• Ensure the YMCA’s core values (responsibility, respect, caring, and honesty) are incorporated into the facilitation and programming curriculum. Demonstrates the YMCA Leadership Competencies.

Interaction

This position may include interaction with donors, potential donors, program participants, volunteers, partners, ASYMCA SD Board and staff, and other community individuals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No staff supervisory responsibilities.

Education / Years Experience

Minimum: At least 6 units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD), Psychology, Sociology, Recreation or related field.

Experience in either facilitating children’s programs and/or working in a similar or related capacity for a nonprofit organization. Familiarity with the military population or equivalent socio economic group.

Preferred: Valid CA Child Development Permit as issued by the CTC in one of the following areas: Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, or Program Director and/or B.A. degree from an accredited university or college in Child Development, Social Service, Child Care, Family Resources, or Education or a comparable course of study.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of nonprofit organizational practices.
• A professional demeanor with an aptitude for analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Responsible, well organized, and demonstrate initiative.
• Proficiency in Windows 2000, Excel, Microsoft Word.
• Must be accurate and detail-oriented, possess strong organizational and time management skills, and have the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a complex and fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational, and public speaking skills.

Tools and Equipment Used

Standard office equipment and machines such as telephones, personal computers, multi‑function copy machines, and 10‑key calculator.

Licenses / Certifications

Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record, including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the organization’s insurance carrier standards. Must either possess or be able to obtain Pediatric and Adult CPR and First Aid Certification.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Requirements

• Work in an office setting and occasionally travel to other locations in San Diego County.
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and use hands, arms, and legs for dexterity, balance, and climbing stairs frequently. Must be able to sit for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally lifts, carries, and balances objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Pulls and pushes such objects as file drawers and supplies.
• Prioritizes and multi‑task work and projects requiring good memory, concentration, and analytical thinking.
• Occasionally, it is required to operate office equipment and machines safely and recognize and abate safety hazards within the workplace.
• Must be able to hear and see, including peripheral vision and distinction of colors, read and communicate verbally and in writing frequently with a wide range of people from divergent socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds and origins.

Additional Requirements

• MMR Vaccination
• TDAP Vaccination
• TB Test
• Onboarding Drug Testing & Background Check

Hours

• Monday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Tuesday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Wednesday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Thursday: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Friday: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.