Site Lead, Youth Programs

Paycom - ATS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Wellness programs

Generous PTO and holidays

403(b) plan with company contributions

Diversity, equity, inclusion

Discounts on programs

Job summary

YMCA of Metro Chicago is seeking a Site Team Lead to ensure positive youth development across daily activities. You will implement curriculum, mentor staff, and oversee supplies and snacks to maintain program quality.

The role includes direct service when needed, collaboration with schools and staff, and engaging families to meet quality standards. Competitive benefits and a clear growth path are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program.
• Previous experience in a childcare or education setting supporting high-quality programs.
• Preferred candidates will have an Associate’s degree in child development or early childhood education or the equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Implements program curriculum with school-aged program staff while ensuring the program follows DCFS and YMCA standards.
• Provides guidance to staff while onsite in adhering to program quality standards.
• Facilitates collaboration with and between program staff including assisting in planning and leading program staff meetings.
• Enhances parent/guardian/caregiver engagement and ensures that the program meets expectations for quality.
• Collaborates with teachers, principals and other staff at local schools to align and execute program activities and ensure program success.
• Maintains and audits all program files according to DCFS and YMCA Standards.
• Assists in development and execution of special events and seasonal school-aged programs, such as Day Camp, for members and program participants.
• Participates in program marketing and retention activities.
• Fills in for other staff as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Youth development

Program coordination

Education

Associate's degree in child development or early childhood education

Job description

YMCA of Metro Chicago is seeking a Site Team Lead to ensure positive youth development across daily activities. You will implement curriculum, mentor staff, and oversee supplies and snacks to maintain program quality.

The role includes direct service when needed, collaboration with schools and staff, and engaging families to meet quality standards. Competitive benefits and a clear growth path are offered.