Youth Development Leader: Flexible Schedules & Growth

YMCA of Greater Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Discounts on YMCA programs

Paid training and professional develop

Leadership growth pathways

Supportive mission-driven team

Flexible schedules

Community impact

Job summary

You will join the YMCA of Greater Houston as a Youth Development Leader, supporting before/after-school and day camp programs for youth. You’ll create a safe, engaging environment, lead activities, and build strong relationships with children, families, and school staff.

Responsibilities include supervision, implementing YMCA curricula, and upholding child-protection policies. Part-time, on-site role with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Basic communication and interpersonal skills to interact with youth and families.
• Ability to supervise youth in a licensed facility, school, church, or similar setting.
• Willingness to obtain CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention training if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, fun, and enriching environment for youth in before/after-school and day camp programs.
• Monitor activities, conduct headcounts, and respond to situations per YMCA policies.
• Lead games, projects, and hands-on learning; adapt activities for diverse needs and interests.
• Model YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, caring, and faith.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe program space meeting standards.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and YMCA teammates.
• Follow all child-protection policies and proper sign-in/out procedures.

Skills

Clear positive communication

Group engagement

Decision making

Inclusion and cultural competence

Team-oriented mindset

Growth mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

You will join the YMCA of Greater Houston as a Youth Development Leader, supporting before/after-school and day camp programs for youth. You’ll create a safe, engaging environment, lead activities, and build strong relationships with children, families, and school staff.

Responsibilities include supervision, implementing YMCA curricula, and upholding child-protection policies. Part-time, on-site role with opportunities for growth and training.