Before and After School Group Leaders for Sky Ranch Elementary

Description

Now Hiring: Before & After School Program Leaders (All Levels!)

YMCA of Southwest Florida | Multiple Elementary School Locations

We’re growing—and we want YOU to grow with us!

This August, the YMCA of Southwest Florida is expanding our Before & After School Care program into 4 new elementary schools , and we’re building an incredible team to bring energy, creativity, and leadership to our sites.

Whether you’re just starting your journey working with kids or you’re ready to lead a team and run a site, we’re hiring Program Leaders at all levels —and we’ll place you in the right role based on your experience and strengths.

Why This Role is Awesome

• •Make a real impact in kids’ lives every single day
• •Be part of a fun, supportive, mission-driven team
• •Opportunities for leadership, growth, and advancement
• •Work in a high-energy, positive environment where no two days are the same
• •Help shape brand-new program sites from the ground up

Requirements

What You’ll Do

Every day, you’ll help create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment where kids can learn, grow, and thrive.Depending on your experience, your role may include:

Working Directly with Kids

• •Lead fun, age-appropriate activities like games, crafts, sports, and enrichment
• •Build meaningful relationships with students and families
• •Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
• •Ensure a safe and inclusive environment at all times
• •Help create structure, routines, and a positive group dynamic

Program Leadership & Site Support (for experienced candidates)

• •Help oversee daily site operations and program flow
• •Support or lead staff, ensuring activities are organized and engaging
• •Communicate with families and school partners
• •Assist with planning special events, spirit days, and family engagement opportunities
• •Ensure program quality, safety standards, and licensing compliance

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:

• •Energetic, positive, and passionate about working with kids
• •Dependable and team-oriented
• •Strong communicators who can connect with children and families
• •Creative and ready to jump into activities and play
• •Organized and able to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Experience & Qualifications

• •Must be 18+ years old (21+ for higher-level leadership responsibilities)
• •Experience working with children preferred (school, camp, childcare, sports, etc.)
• •Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus (for advanced roles)
• •Ability to pass background screening and meet YMCA/DCF requirements
• •CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

Schedule

• •Morning shifts (Before School)
• •Afternoon shifts (After School)
• •Flexible part-time schedules available

Grow With Us

This isn’t just a job—it’s a pathway. Many of our leaders start working directly with kids and grow into:

• •Site Coordinators
• •Program Directors
• •Full-time leadership roles within the YMCA

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in building something special for our community’s kids. Apply today and let us find the right fit for YOU.