School-Age Site Lead; Belvidere

Career Opportunities with YMCA of Rock River Valley

The School-Age Site Lead position requires a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who is capable of overseeing the daily operations of after school programs, as well as summer camp activities. The Site Lead will inspire and guide a team of staff to deliver high-quality, engaging programming that supports the academic, recreational, and social/emotional development of youth. This role requires a strong commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants, along with excellent organizational skills and a collaborative approach to building positive relationships with families, school leadership, and the broader community ensuring programs operate smoothly and consistently.

Regardless of primary assignment, this position may be required to travel between program sites as needed.

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of assigned before and/or after school sites during the school year.
• During no school days and summer camp programs, serve as lead or group leader as assigned by supervisor.
• Provides leadership, mentoring, feedback and direction to site staff to ensure high-quality program delivery.
• Actively engages in site programming, utilizing provided curriculum to support and enhance youth's academic, recreational, and social/emotional development.
• Ensures youth safety by actively participating in and supervising all swimming and water-based activities.
• Prepares and maintains student rosters, assigning children to appropriate groups and ensuring accurate attendance records.
• Develops and implements the daily program schedule under the guidance of their supervisor, ensuring activities align with program goals and standards.
• Maintain and submit all required daily, weekly, and monthly paperwork and reports including food program documents, behavior/incident reports, site & staff evaluations, emergency drill logs, and others as assigned.
• Utilizes positive youth discipline techniques and effective group management strategies to create a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Maintains student behavioral plans and responses, ensuring a safe and positive environment in accordance with department’s Standard Operating Procedures and handbook.
• Manages site resources and supplies, ensuring that all necessary materials are available and properly maintained. Treats and cares for the site respectfully, ensuring the space is kept clean and well-maintained.
• Assists with coordinating parent-engagement programs, fostering strong relationships with families through regular communication and involvement opportunities.
• Fosters collaborative relationships with school leadership to ensure alignment and support for program activities and to maintain a positive working environment within the school.
• Fosters partnerships with parents/guardians to provide best possible care for enrolled youth.
• Identifies areas for improvement and implements strategies to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the site’s program.
• Attends and actively participates in all Site Lead and all-team meetings and trainings.
• Communicates all concerns to leadership in a timely manner.
• Ensures a strong focus on character development and diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout programming.
• Reports damaged equipment or safety hazards promptly.
• Adheres to all state, local, and YMCA policies and procedures.
• Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA.

Position 1:
Belvidere Family YMCA

Part Time, Non-Exempt

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 1:30 - 6:00 pm

Wednesday 12:30 - 6:00 pm

This is a Year-Round Position with hours subject to change for School's Out Days and during summer months.

Starting at $15.75 per hour

Belvidere Family YMCA

Regardless of primary assignment, this position may be required to travel between sites as needed.

• Minimum age of 18
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
• 1-year related experience of leadership in a childcare setting preferred
• Training required upon hire:
  Gateways Child Development…