Join our team in a fun creative environment! You'll be part of providing a safe, caring and enriching environment for school age children. Lead fun activities, including crafts, sports, snack time and more! Supervise a group of youth in a positive atmosphere that promotes education, healthy living, safety, creativity and inclusion among all youth.
Schedules are flexible and include weekday morning before school and/or afternoons after school until 6:00 p.m.
Hiring Bonus: $250
Hourly Starting Rates*
$14.00/hour: Youth Development Leaders
*increases to rates are case-by-case based on experience and education relevant to to the field of youth development
Various school district locations available including: Shawnee Mission, Blue Valley, Platte, Lee's Summit, Spring Hill, Piper, Tonganoxie, Bonner Springs, Turner, Leavenworth, Lansing
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Responsibilities
- Supervises a group of children.
- Implements program activities.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
- Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
- Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with dignity and respect.
- Help children to develop a positive self-esteem and sense of self-worth
- Attends staff meetings and trainings.
Youth Leader Job Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18.
- High school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
- Previous experience working with school age children (may include working as a babysitter, nanny or other childcare program) preferred.
- Commitment to provide quality youth development services at all levels.
- Sensitivity to clientele and staff representing a variety of family, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Active engagement with and supervision of children requiring physical stamina, alertness and emotional stability.
- Ability to work with others in a team environment.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings requiring physical stamina, alertness and emotional stability.
Join our team as a Youth Leader and make a difference in the lives of young individuals. Apply now!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 3 – 28 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- After school
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
Work Location: In person