About the role
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.