After School Site Director: Rockaway Valley, Lakeview, Riverview

Department: Kids Club

Reports to: Kids Club Director
Job Category: Part-Time

Shift Hours: 

• Rockaway Valley: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (AM: 6:45 AM - 8:30 AM)
• Lakeview 2:30PM - 6:00 PM
• Riverview 3:00-6:00 PM

Staff can expect to be scheduled between 2–5 days per week. We strive to accommodate scheduling preferences whenever possible and may be able to offer some flexibility with shifts; however, flexible scheduling cannot be guaranteed and depends on program staffing needs.

The YMCA is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic After School Site Director to join our team. As part of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the Site Director plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children.

The Site Director is responsible for overseeing daily Kids Club operations, ensuring all procedures and program requirements are implemented according to YMCA standards and state regulations. This position supervises staff and participants, fosters positive relationships with children and families, and supports the professional growth of team members.

• Supervise staff and children to ensure a safe and positive program environment.
• Ensure all Kids Club procedures and protocols outlined in the staff handbook are consistently followed.
• Monitor compliance with state licensing regulations and YMCA policies.
• Plan and oversee culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities aligned with YMCA values, including:
  • Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
  • Arts & Crafts
  • STEM activities
  • Sports & Games
  • Literacy programming
• Maintain program standards related to safety, cleanliness, and participant well-being.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures regarding medical incidents, discipline, child abuse prevention, and emergency situations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with children, parents/caregivers, and staff while modeling strong relationship-building skills.
• Ensure weekly activity plans are completed at least two weeks in advance and implemented as scheduled.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records and follow Missing Child Procedures when necessary.
• Check YMCA mail at least once per week.
• Report staff absences and tardiness to the Program Director promptly.
• Mentor and coach support staff by modeling effective group management and activity facilitation techniques.
• Complete behavior reports as needed and communicate incidents to parents or guardians on the same day.

Why Work at the Y!

• Paid Sick Time
• Free YMCA membership, including access to our brand-new, state-of-the-art Health & Fitness Center, group fitness classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Cycling, and more. Enjoy our regulation-size pool, exclusive member discounts, and special member-only opportunities!
• We believe in promoting from within whenever possible and encourage internal career growth. Employees will have first access to opportunities to transfer to other departments and explore new roles as positions become available, providing a pathway for professional development within the organization.

• Enthusiastic, responsible, dependable, consistent, level-headed, flexible, and calm in all situations.
• Ability to help children grow in character, experiences, and insights.
• Ability to consistently protect and promote the health, safety, and well-being of children.

1. College coursework in education, recreation, or a related field preferred.
2. Previous experience working with children, preferably in an after-school setting.
3. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Accepts and demonstrates the YMCA's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve children and families while meeting their needs. Builds effective, supportive relationships with participants and creates a positive, nurturing environment.

Works effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perspectives. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand others' points of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and communicates effectively. Takes initiative to support and develop others.

Exercises sound judgment and applies learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and seeks innovative ideas to enhance the participant experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work effectively, and actively contributes to program success.

Pursues self-development to enhance job performance. Demonstrates openness to change and seeks opportunities within the change process. Accurately assesses personal strengths, limitations, and emotions and understands their impact on relationships. Maintains the functional and technical knowledge required to perform effectively.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to