School - Age Group Leader

South Shore YMCA; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA membership

Childcare discount 25%

Camp discount 50%

Job summary

South Shore YMCA is seeking a Part-time Before and After School Group Leader to support Emilson YMCA Branch in Hanover and Norwell locations. You will implement classroom activities, provide homework help, and foster a safe, nurturing environment from morning to after-school hours.

The role emphasizes program management, staff supervision, and strong family communication, with a focus on EEC regulations and ADA accommodations. YMCA membership perks accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older, with a high school diploma or GED plus 6+ months of experience working with school-age children.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree a plus, with 3+ months of experience working with school-age children.
• Reliable transportation required, comfortable and able to work across more than one location as needed.
• Must pass background check: EEC background check including fingerprinting.
• Knowledge of EEC regulations.
• Strong relationship-building skills with staff, children, families, and volunteers; positive, professional approach to family needs.
• EEC Professional Development requirements; PQ Registry current; CPR/First Aid (provided), Child Protection, and Employee Safety training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute programs meeting EEC/HEPA standards and children's needs; accommodate children with disabilities per EEC and ADA.
• Directly supervise program participants and volunteers; plan and direct staff work per EEC/QRIS standards.
• Build family relationships, resolve inquiries, and help recruit new families.
• Keep program facilities and equipment safe, clean, and well maintained.
• Engage volunteers.
• Support YMCA fundraising activities and events.

Skills

Program management

Staff supervision

Family relationship building

Safety & compliance

Volunteer engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree a plus

Job description

The Before and After School Group Leader implements classroom curriculum, provides homework assistance, communicates information to families, and maintains a safe, healthy, engaging, and nurturing environment. This opening serves the Emilson Y branch and Norwell locations. Days are full of hands-on engagement, from morning activities to after-school homework help, gross motor play, and arts and crafts.

Your Role Will Include:

• Program Management: Plan and execute programs meeting EEC/HEPA standards and children's needs; accommodate children with disabilities per EEC and ADA.
• Staff Engagement: Directly supervise program participants and volunteers; plan and direct staff work per EEC/QRIS standards.
• Membership Engagement: Build family relationships, resolve inquiries, and help recruit new families.
• Facility Management: Keep program facilities and equipment safe, clean, and well maintained.
• Volunteer Development: Engage volunteers.
• Community Involvement: Support YMCA fundraising activities and events.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older, with a high school diploma or GED plus 6+ months of experience working with school-age children.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree a plus, with 3+ months of experience working with school-age children.
• Reliable transportation required, comfortable and able to work across more than one location as needed.
• Must pass background check: EEC background check including fingerprinting.
• Knowledge of EEC regulations.
• Strong relationship-building skills with staff, children, families, and volunteers; positive, professional approach to family needs.
• EEC Professional Development requirements; PQ Registry current; CPR/First Aid (provided), Child Protection, and Employee Safety training upon hire.

Physical Demands:

• This role requires the ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, reach, lift up to 25 lbs, and actively engage in activities such as climbing, running, and outdoor play.

Salary and Benefits:

• $18.00–$20.00 per hour.
• Sick time accrual: 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
• Complimentary individual YMCA membership.
• 25% discount on childcare; 50% discount on camp.

Locations & Shift Times:

• Part-time, AM, PM or Split shift. Grades K–5 and at SSCPS, Grades K–8.
• Before School 6:45 – 9:00 AM; After School 2:45 – 6:00 PM, Monday–Friday.
• Hanover: Emilson YMCA Branch, 1075 Washington St.
• Norwell: Vinal Elementary, Cole Elementary, South Shore Charter Public School.