Student: After School Assistant Site Director

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks a Student: After School Assistant Site Director to help oversee off-campus youth programs in Lexington, KY. The role focuses on leading and coordinating after-school activities, ensuring safety, and delivering engaging curriculum for children and families.

The position requires a high school diploma, strong customer service and organizational skills, and availability for part-time hours at a Lexington-area site.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum for after-school programs.
• Coordinate with staff to supervise youth activities and ensure safety.
• Plan and assist with daily, weekly, and monthly lesson plans and activities.
• Maintain records for program evaluation and reporting.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with policies and licensing standards.
• Provide hands-on leadership in youth program activities.

Skills

18+

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

High-School Diploma

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Student: After School Assistant Site Director

Requisition Number SE04422

Department Name 3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus Off Campus

Salary Range $16

Type of Position Student

Position Time Status Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

• High-School Diploma

Hours per Week

To be determined.

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off‑campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Are you a motivated leader who is passionate about youth development and creating exceptional experiences for children and families? The YMCA of Central Kentucky is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and relationship‑focused Assistant Site Director to help lead our thriving School Age Child Care programs.

• Implement a culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate curriculum that creates a positive, nurturing environment, keeping current with new trends and quality programming.
• Ensure employees and volunteers recieve required training, resolve all matters that may arise with parents, children, staff, and volunteers, and evaluate effectiveness of all programs, keeping with YMCA core values.
• Plan daily, weekly, and monthly lesson plans and assist staff with implementation
• Maintain daily records essential for control, evaluation, and reporting of the program
• Supervise staff and adhere to all policies and procedures, including YMCA and state licensing standards.
• Provide “hands on” leadership to youth program activities for successful operation, including control and maintenance of supplies and inventory

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Strong customer service skills and organizational skills

Deadline to Apply

08/31/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date

08/10/2026