Before & After School Care (Youth Dev)

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Make an impact. Build your future. Have fun doing it. Looking to start or grow your career working with youth? Whether you're just getting started or ready to lead your own program, we have a place for you! Join our Youth Development team and work directly with children in a safe, supportive, and high-energy environment. You'll help create meaningful experiences before and after school that promote physical, emotional, and intellectual growth - while gaining valuable skills for your future. Opportunities are available with Oconomowoc or Watertown Youth Development teams. Why this role stands out: -Build your resume and gain hands-on experience in education, recreation, or youth services -Opportunities for career growth and advancement (Assistant Staff Lead) -Ideal for aspiring teachers, counselors, or youth development professionals -No weekends or holidays required What You'll Do Support and/or lead engaging before & after school programming Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all youth Plan and implement activities that promote learning, creativity, and physical activity Build positive relationships with children, families, and team members Follow licensing standards and YMCA program guidelines Participate in training, staff meetings, and professional development Positions & Growth Path We hire at multiple levels based on experience and qualifications: -Staff Assistant Entry-level, great for gaining experience -Staff More responsibility in activity planning and program facilitation -Staff Lead Leadership role overseeing program implementation and mentoring staff We'll help meet you where you areand grow you where you want to go. Physical Demands Ability to actively engage with children: walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions Ability to work in active, sometimes loud environments Maintain a safe play environment. Observe and monitor children's play activities. Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues. Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts. Care for children in institutional setting, such as group homes, nursery schools, private businesses, or schools for the handicapped. Sanitize toys and play equipment. Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered. Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents' or guardians' attention. Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits. Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas. Help children with homework and school work. Organize and participate in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips. Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications -Must be 16 years or older -Experience with children or in education/recreation settings (preferred, not required for entry-level) -Knowledge of licensing or accreditation standards (preferred for higher-level roles) -Willingness to attend trainings and obtain certifications as needed -Positive attitude, reliability, and passion for working with youth ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.glcymca.org/employment/