Kids Club Director (57042)

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Day

Education Level 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage Up to 50%

Category Kids Club Before/After-School Programs

Great leaders. Stronger kids. Brighter futures.

YSS is looking for a Kids Club Director who’s ready to make a difference in the lives of kids and lead programs where they can learn, grow, and thrive!

In this leadership role, you’ll oversee the planning, staffing, scheduling, and delivery of before- and after-school programs for kindergarten through sixth-grade students at assigned schools. You’ll also lead summer programming and activities on teacher in-service days, creating engaging experiences that keep kids learning, connecting, and having fun.

Working alongside Community Youth and Family Development (CYFD) staff, mentors, and volunteers, you’ll coordinate prevention-focused programs and ensure children have the positive adult support they need to succeed. You’ll also recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers, building a strong team committed to providing safe, enriching, and meaningful experiences for every child.

What You'll Do...

• Supervises the planning and organization of Before/After school, summer, and full-day programs.

• Incorporates best practices materials and maintains program quality standards.

• Ensures current DHS licensing is maintained at all sites.

• Oversees participant recruitment and registration

• Develops, implements and monitors program budgets and fees scales.

• Handles fee collection, deposits, and record keeping.

• Provides comprehensive hiring, scheduling, training, supervision for all staff and volunteers. Training topics include:

• child development,

• guidance and discipline,

• developmentally appropriate practices,

• nutrition,

• health and safety,

• communication skills,

• professionalism, and

• cross-cultural competence.

• Meets regularly with colleagues, staff, and supervisors and attends agency and external meetings as assigned.

• Provides multiple reports on a quarterly/annual basis, reporting to funders, advisory boards and committees as assigned.

• Completes paperwork in a timely and qualitative manner.

Please know this is not a complete list of the position’s responsibilities. Duties can change.

Who You Are...

You’re an organized, energetic leader who loves building strong teams , creating engaging programs , and making sure every child has a safe, fun place to learn, connect, and thrive.

What We Provide...

We invest in people—because when you thrive, so do the communities we serve. At YSS , you’ll find meaningful work, strong support, and benefits designed for real life.

Supportive Culture & Work Environment

• Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture

• Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Voluntary dental and vision insurance

• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

• Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Flu shots and mental health support resources

• Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off (4 weeks PTO)

• Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday

• Volunteer time off

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Supplemental compensation award

• 403(b) retirement savings plan

Professional & Career Support

• Professional liability insurance coverage

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer

Are You Who We're Looking For?

We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this, we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a “Can Do” Spirit . Additionally, we ask for the following:

MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in child development, elementary education, or related field

• A minimum 4 years’ relevant experience to include at least 2 years’ experience supervising staff.

• CPR/First Aid certification

SHOULD HAVES - Preferred Qualifications

• Understands the needs of young people experiencing housing instability or crisis.

• Ability to communicate, with excellent observational, listening, speaking, and writing skills.

• Ability to collaborate and able to work effectively with others regardless of backgrounds, identities, and status.

• Ability to use critical thinking skills to problems solve.

• Ability to manage resources effectively.

• Ability to manage one’s own time and the time of others.

The IDEAL Candidate:

• Is rooted in purpose and driven by equity, inclusion, and positive social impact.

• Brings humility, respect, and cultural awareness to every interaction.

• Speaks a second language (especially one spoken in our communities).

We Celebrate Your Story...

Have you navigated recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, or housing instability? Your lived experience offers a unique, compassionate perspective that can inspire real change . By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families. Your journey matters . If you’re ready to use it to uplift and empower others , we warmly encourage you to apply.

Stay Connected...

We communicate with applicants via email - straight from our Paycom system. Please check your inbox regularly (and your spam/junk folder just in case). If the message does end up in spam/junk, make sure to add [email protected] to your list of safe senders. We may also send you texts if you give us that permission when you apply. Questions? Reach us anytime at [email protected].

Learn more about YSS and our hiring process at https://yss.org/ysscareers/the-hiring-process/.