Out of School Time Group Leaders - Haverhill YMCA

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Haverhill YMCA - Haverhill, MA 01830Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $17.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Shift: Opening🌟 Make a Difference Before and After School! Join Our School Age Team 🌟

Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can make a real impact? Do you enjoy working with children and want to grow your leadership skills in a supportive, mission-driven organization?

The Haverhill YMCA is seeking energetic and caring team members to join our Before and After School Programs serving elementary schools in Haverhill, Georgetown (Penn Brook), and Amesbury (Shay School).

🕖 Program Hours

Before School: Monday–Friday | 6:45 AM – 9:00 AM
After School: Monday–Friday | Approximately 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Whether you're looking for morning hours, afternoon hours, or both, this is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of children while maintaining a flexible schedule.

What You'll Do

As part of our team, you will:

✅ Create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive

✅ Lead and support fun, age-appropriate activities that promote social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development

✅ Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and fellow YMCA team members

✅ Serve as a positive role model while encouraging teamwork, confidence, and inclusion

✅ Help children start and end their school day feeling supported, encouraged, and connected

What We're Looking For

A passion for working with children
Positive energy and strong communication skills
Reliability and a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Experience working with children is preferred but not required

💙 Why Work at the Y?

✔ Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs

✔ Paid training and professional development opportunities

✔ Opportunities for growth across our seven YMCA locations

✔ Retirement plan with a 12% employer contribution (once vested; no match required)

✔ Sick time accrual for added flexibility

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

At the YMCA, your work has a lasting impact. Every day, you'll help children build confidence, develop friendships, and create memories that extend far beyond the classroom.

✨ Apply today and help children start and end their school day with fun, support, and encouragement! 💙
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Must meet all licensing requirements for a Group Leader as established by the applicable licensing agency
Demonstrated understanding of child growth and development, with the ability to apply developmentally appropriate practices when working with children
Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging environment for children and families

Requirements

Must successfully complete all required fingerprinting and background screening requirements prior to employment
Must maintain all required documentation and certifications within the employee file as required by licensing agencies
Must complete all required trainings, certifications, and program orientation in accordance with licensing regulations and YMCA of the North Shore standards
Commitment to upholding YMCA policies, procedures, and core values

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
Must be able to actively participate in indoor and outdoor program activities
Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and moving throughout the program space
Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected situations and emergencies
Ability to maintain active supervision of children and ensure a safe environment at all times
Must possess the physical and mental stamina necessary to support a fast-paced childcare environment

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.