Youth Activity Center Leader

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking a Part Time Child Activity Center Leader at the Antelope Valley Family YMCA in West Lancaster, CA. The role focuses on nurturing children through structured activities that support holistic development and belonging, while fostering strong relationships with parents and staff.

Responsibilities include supervising children, planning age-appropriate activities, maintaining safety, and ensuring program quality in line with YMCA policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include ECE/CD units or related field experience.
• Strong character values (respect, responsibility, honesty, caring); strong communication skills; emotional maturity.

Responsibilities

• Nurtures children through purposeful programming to build achievement and belonging.
• Maintains close supervision and organizes environment by age and development.
• Use positive behavior management strategies and safe, constructive discipline.
• Support inclusion and ADA compliance.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities aligned with YMCA values.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and program records as required.
• Engage with families and encourage parent/caregiver involvement.
• Attend meetings and trainings; adhere to safety and reporting protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional maturity

Respect and responsibility

Education

ECE/CD UNITS

Job description

The YMCA is seeking a Part Time Child Activity Center Leader at the Antelope Valley Family YMCA in West Lancaster, CA. The role focuses on nurturing children through structured activities that support holistic development and belonging, while fostering strong relationships with parents and staff.

Responsibilities include supervising children, planning age-appropriate activities, maintaining safety, and ensuring program quality in line with YMCA policies.