Youth Development Leader — Flexible, Fun After-School Role

YMCA of Greater Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Kansas City invites qualified individuals to join as Youth Development Leader in our Y Club before and after school program. You will lead a group of elementary-aged children through activities, homework help, games, and more, creating a safe, positive space for growth.

Responsibilities include planning engaging activities, keeping kids safe, building relationships with families and school staff, and ensuring dependable coverage during scheduled shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required at Kansas sites.
• One year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience with school-age children is a plus.
• Able to actively engage with children in indoor/outdoor activities; needs energy and alertness.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Tuberculosis Test and State Health Assessment within 30 days (MO).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a group of elementary children, knowing where every child in your group is at all times.
• Plan and run crafts, games, sports, homework help, and more.
• Keep kids safe by teaching and enforcing safety rules and responding quickly in emergencies.
• Guide behavior by teaching and redirecting rather than scolding — enforcing rules firmly while treating every child with dignity and respect.
• Verify photo ID before releasing children at pickup.
• Build positive relationships with kids, families, school staff, and your YMCA teammates.
• Be dependable for your scheduled shifts, follow all YMCA, licensing, and school district policies, and help keep program spaces clean and organized.

Skills

Leadership

Child development

Safety awareness

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Record keeping

Job description

YMCA of Greater Kansas City invites qualified individuals to join as Youth Development Leader in our Y Club before and after school program. You will lead a group of elementary-aged children through activities, homework help, games, and more, creating a safe, positive space for growth.

Responsibilities include planning engaging activities, keeping kids safe, building relationships with families and school staff, and ensuring dependable coverage during scheduled shifts.