YMCA High Bridge Elementary After School Program Leader

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Free Y membership

403(b) savings plan

Exciting and collaborative work enviro

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking an After School Program Leader for the High Bridge Elementary program. You will assist the School Age Child Care Director in daily operations and implement the YMCA curriculum for before- and after-school activities.

Qualifications include at least 18, a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to relate to families and children. The role involves safety supervision and effective communication with parents.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations and planning before/after school activities.
• Implement the School Age Curriculum and lesson plans.
• Ensure safety and supervise children.
• Communicate with families and attend events.
• Maintain an attractive and clean classroom.

Skills

Communication with families/parents

Relating to children and staff

Positive attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDA within 18 months

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

YMCA High Bridge Elementary After School Program Leader

Job Description

Posted Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM

he 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 : After School Program Leader Rate : $16.00-$17.50 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 Program Leader position is responsible for assisting the School Age Child Care Director/Site Director/Senior Group Leader in the daily operations of the program. Responsible for the planning, development and implementation of all the before and after school activities under the guidelines of the YMCA School Age Curriculum. 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 Program Leader include but are not limited to:

• Implements the program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA, the School Age Curriculum (i.e. Creative curriculum)
• Effectively carries out appropriate lesson plans
• Establishes 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

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.

We offer the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Free Y membership
• 403(b) savings plan
• Exciting and collaborative work environment

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.