Youth Enrichment & Safety Program Leader

YMCA of Silicon Valley; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Silicon Valley is seeking a Program Leader to model positive behavior and create a safe, engaging environment for children in a drop-in setting. You will supervise activities, collaborate with staff, and support the Director with program goals.

The role emphasizes age-appropriate curriculum implementation, safety, and proactive communication with families. A one-year childcare background and CPR/First Aid certification are required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of progressive experience in an organized child care setting.
• Early Childhood Education units preferred.
• Certification in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and Basic First Aid (or certified within 30 days of hire).
• Completion of YMCA trainings within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate developmental curriculum.
• Implement age-appropriate enrichment activities according to the weekly plan.
• Model appropriate and constructive discipline.
• Maintain a personal work schedule covering direct shift hours during program operation.
• Maintain a safe, fun, engaging environment inside the program.
• Enforce safety and risk management standards.
• Track children using the program tracking system.
• Communicate with parents and families with updates on children.
• Participate in and practice branch emergency drills.

Skills

Curriculum development

Child interaction

Team collaboration

Program supervision

Education

Early Childhood Education units preferred

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

YMCA of Silicon Valley is seeking a Program Leader to model positive behavior and create a safe, engaging environment for children in a drop-in setting. You will supervise activities, collaborate with staff, and support the Director with program goals.

The role emphasizes age-appropriate curriculum implementation, safety, and proactive communication with families. A one-year childcare background and CPR/First Aid certification are required or obtained within 30 days of hire.