Youth Leader - Kalihi

YMCA of Honolulu; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

Referral bonuses

Up to 60% discounts on Y programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Honolulu is seeking a Youth Leader for the School Year 2026-2027 A+ After School Program to supervise participants and support planning across several elementary sites. The role involves leading age-appropriate activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment, and collaborating with site coordinators, youth directors, DOE and DHS contacts.

Qualifications include being at least 18, with a high school diploma; experience with school-aged children is preferred; strong

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience with school-aged children preferred.
• Ability to supervise and serve as positive role model.
• Reliable and dependable; able to work flexible schedule.
• Excellent communication, oral and written.
• Ability to develop positive relationships across backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Coordinators and Youth Directors in program operation and supervision.
• Lead age-appropriate learning experiences in classroom or group settings.
• Develop new activities age-appropriate; collaborate with others.
• Facilitate inclusive programming and positive play.
• Communicate with participants, parents, DOE and DHS contacts.
• Ensure health, safety and welfare of children.
• Model YMCA values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility.
• Maintain participant records and documentation.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; accept feedback.
• Maintain facilities, equipment and supplies.
• Enforce rules and expectations.
• Wear nametag and adhere to dress code.
• Attend meetings/training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervision

Role modelling

Communication

Flexibility

Decision making

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma

Job description

School Year 2026-2027 A+ After School Program

*Program preparations are scheduled for mid July 2026, with applicant onboarding to begin early July.

PAY RANGE:

$18.25 - $20.25 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Leader will be responsible for the daily supervision of program participants and assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of program components and activities. The Youth Leader guides the academic and social development of children, ensuring a safe, enriching, and healthy learning environment. The Youth Leader will comply and adhere to all standards, policies, and procedures set by the YMCA of Honolulu, DOE, and other agencies associated with YMCA Childcare and DOE A+ Afterschool Programs.

LOCATIONS:

• Aliamanu Elementary A+
• Alvah Scott Elementary A+
• Kalihi Waena Elementary A+
• Kapalama Elementary A+
• Red Hill Elementary A+

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB DUTIES:

• Assists Site Coordinators and Youth Directors in the overall program operation and supervision of participants while adhering to program policies and standard operating procedures.
• Implement curriculum by leading age-developmentally-appropriate learning experiences in the classroom or group settings, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Research and develops new activities that are age-appropriate for the group they are leading whilst collaborating with others to share ideas to enhance the overall program.
• Facilitates programming that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children in an all-inclusive environment.
• Communicate effectively, consistently, and professionally with participants, parents, co-workers, and others associated with the program such as DOE and DHS contacts.
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the children assigned as well as all other children in the program that may not be overseen directly.
• Serve as a role model by relating to program participants through respect and understanding, being sensitive to each child’s needs, and providing guidance toward positive youth development.
• Maintain accurate participant records and documentation as assigned, following program requirements.
• Attend all general and site staff meetings and training sessions and give input. Be open to criticism, suggestions, and training from other staff.
• Assist with the responsibility to ensure all facilities, equipment, and supplies at the site are maintained/good/organized/clean.
• Ensure that all staff and participants are respectful of facility/property, and all of their rules and expectations are followed.
• Wears the required nametag, and is neat, clean, and professional in appearance in accordance with the required dress code.
• Exemplifies the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Attend all general and site-specific staff meetings/ training sessions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 18 years old and a high school graduate or equivalent are required.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Working with school-aged children is highly desired.
• Must have the ability to demonstrate and show competency in the following areas:
  • Supervising participants and presenting positive role modeling through all interactions with program participants and others associated with the program.
  • Meet program goals and expectations as outlined in the Youth Program Policies and Procedures Handbook.
  • Reliable and dependable.
  • Work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing and planning needs.
  • Exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

WHY THE Y?

• Free Y membership with employment
• Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
• Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.

Child Protection Commitment

The YMCA requires all staff to share responsibility for preventing child abuse by upholding professional boundaries, completing mandatory Praesidium training, and reporting concerns. All candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.