YMCA Middleburg Group Leader

YMCA; Virginia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

403(b) savings plan

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is hiring dedicated and enthusiastic Group Leaders for our School Age Child Care program in Sterling. This is a meaningful opportunity to positively impact children’s lives in a supportive and collaborative afterschool environment. Location: YMCA at Sterling.

Compensation: $15 per hour. Schedule: Monday-Friday, Before Care 6:30am-8:00am and After Care 2:30pm-6:30pm, part-time during the school year.

Qualifications

• Experience working with elementary-middle aged children in a school or childcare setting.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong interpersonal and behavior management skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience fostering an environment for children of all abilities is valued.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage school-age children in recreational, academic, and enrichment activities
• Create a safe and stimulating environment for all participants
• Plan and implement daily lessons and activities that support social-emotional and academic growth
• Provide guidance and positive behavior support
• Maintain communication with families and program staff
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Behavior management

Child engagement

Group leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The 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.

Location: YMCA at Middleburg
Compensation: $15 per hour
Schedule: Part-Time | Mornings/Evening Hours | School Year

The YMCA at Sterling is hiring dedicated and enthusiastic Group Leaders for our School Age Child Care program. This is a meaningful opportunity to positively impact children’s lives in a supportive and collaborative afterschool environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and engage school-age children in recreational, academic, and enrichment activities
• Create a safe and stimulating environment for all participants
• Plan and implement daily lessons and activities that support social-emotional and academic growth
• Provide guidance and positive behavior support
• Maintain communication with families and program staff
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children at all times

Qualifications:

• Experience working with elementary-middle aged children in a school or childcare setting
• High school diploma or GED required; relevant coursework or degree preferred
• Strong interpersonal and behavior management skills
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience fostering an environment for children of all abilities is valued.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• Before Care 6:30am-8:00am and or
• After Care 2:30pm-6:30pm

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 and values a range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We strive to be a welcoming organization where all staff, members, and communities feel respected, supported, and that they belong.