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The YMCA After School Program Leader provides meaningful and enriching opportunities for youth in YMCA programs that are offered at local elementary and middle schools. We are looking for leaders who are passionate about empowering young minds and creating positive experiences for youth! After School Program Leaders will provide academic enrichment and tutoring in classroom groups of up to 20 students, as well as organize and provide outdoor recreational activities in the school yards.

Individuals hired for this position will work under the supervision of the Program Site Coordinators and Directors, and will need to be flexible, willing to take initiative, be punctual, and able to make a commitment to work throughout the entire school year. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact as an After School Program Leader by providing mentorship, academic support, and recreational activities to students in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Join us at the Richmond District YMCA and help shape a brighter future for the next generation!

Minimum Qualifications

• 18+ years of age for elementary school programs
• For ExCEL/ELOP sites Associate's degree or higher, or High School diploma/equivalent, plus any of the following:
  • Completed 48 college units verified by transcript
  • Passed CA Basic Education Skills Test (CBEST)
  • Passed District Instructional Aide Exam
• For Licensed Childcare Sites: meet any one of the following requirements:
  • 6 units completed in early childhood education or child development prior to employment, and enrolled to complete at least 2 units each semester/quarter until further education requirements are met
  • 12 units completed in early childhood education or child development core courses verified by transcript (6 of 12 units may be in other applicable subjects), and at least 6 months of experience in a childcare center
  • 240 hours of verified training hours or equivalent experience in a youth development program
  • Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher (from CCTC)
• Experience working with youth (elementary or middle school)
• Highly motivated to provide quality program opportunities to youth
• Team player
• Knowledge or expertise in youth development
• Comfortable leading physical activities with youth
• Available daily Monday-Friday during youth program hours; shifts vary ~1:00-6:00 pm
• Willing to participate in bi-annual evaluations and supervision meetings as needed
• Current YMCA approved CPR and First Aid certification (training available upon hire)
• TB Test clearance
• Fingerprint background check clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or other languages strongly preferred
• Knowledge of arts, dance, drama, or sports
• Connections in the local San Francisco community

Pay Range

$19.50 to $22.00 Per Hour

After School Program Sites and Schedule

San Francisco ASP sites: must be able to work till school year ends June 4, 2025. We are in urgent need of an After School Program Leader who can commit to this schedule.

• Jefferson Elementary – 1725 Irving St, San Francisco, 94122
• Sutro Elementary – 235 12th Ave, San Francisco, 94118

If you are passionate about empowering young minds and creating positive experiences for youth, start your journey as an After School Program Leader with the YMCA of Greater San Francisco — apply today!