Youth Development Leader — Flexible Hours & Impact

YMCA of Greater Houston; Crosby (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Discounts on YMCA programs

Paid training and professional develop

Leadership growth pathways

Flexible schedules

Meaningful community impact

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a Youth Development Leader to support before/after-school and day camp programs. You will bring energy, creativity, and compassion to create a safe, engaging environment where youth feel valued and excited to learn.

You’ll monitor activities, supervise groups, and build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and your YMCA teammates, while upholding safety policies and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Six months of experience working with youth in a licensed setting.
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention training (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate activities.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Ability to pass state/local background checks and fingerprinting.
• TB test and any required immunizations per state/local guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging activities in before/after-school and day camp programs.
• Create a welcoming environment that supports youth socially and emotionally.
• Monitor activities, supervise groups, conduct headcounts, and follow YMCA policies.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and YMCA teammates.
• Maintain a clean, organized program space and ensure licensing standards are met.
• Model YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, caring, faith.
• Support daily operations and sign-in/out procedures.

Skills

Clear communication

Engage groups of youth

Decision making

Inclusion & cultural competence

Team-oriented

Growth mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid/AED & Child Abuse Prevention certifications

Job description

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a Youth Development Leader to support before/after-school and day camp programs. You will bring energy, creativity, and compassion to create a safe, engaging environment where youth feel valued and excited to learn.

You’ll monitor activities, supervise groups, and build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and your YMCA teammates, while upholding safety policies and licensing standards.