After-School Childcare Assistant Site Director

*After-School Assistant Site Director - 2025-2026 School Year**Type:* Part-time*Pay Rate:* $17.00 per hour*Schedule:* 20-25 hours per week (varied hours)*Location:* The Family YMCA/LAPS Elementary Schools sites - Barranca & Pinon_*Position starts ASAP*__*FREE Y membership!*__*FREE after school child care for up to 2 of your elementary school age children (4K-6th grade). Discount available for additional children.*_*Job Summary*We're looking for someone special to join our team as an Assistant After-School Site Director! In this role, you'll work closely with our After-School Site Director to create a safe, caring, and enriching environment for the children in our YMCA After-School programs. You'll be a role model for kids, parents, and coworkers, embodying the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.*What You'll Do**Day-to-Day Responsibilities:** Follow all YMCA Childcare policies and attend monthly staff meetings.* Work as part of a team, keeping open communication with coworkers, parents, and the Child Development Director.* Build positive relationships with school staff like principals, teachers, and custodians.* Keep an accurate headcount of the children at the site and make sure everyone is safe.* Help maintain a clean and organized environment, including light janitorial duties.* Make sure all supplies are well-stocked and school rules are followed.*Interacting with Children:** Engage with the children in a positive way, always treating them with respect.* Use positive discipline to guide behavior and help kids develop self-esteem.* Be clear about expectations and help kids learn from their actions.* Reinforce the YMCA's values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.*Interacting with Parents:** Make sure children are released to the correct parent, using ID if needed.* Keep parents informed about program details and their child’s behavior.* Encourage parents to get involved in special events or field trips.*Supervisory Duties:** Assist in planning and running activities and programs.* Step in for the Site Director when they’re not available.* Supervise and support counselors, making sure they follow program policies.* Attend and contribute to site meetings.*What We're Looking For**Education & Experience:** Age 18+ required* Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (recreation, social work, psychology, etc.) preferred.* Minimum 1 year of experience working with children, or an Associate Degree in early childhood education, is required.*Skills & Knowledge:** Experience planning age-appropriate activities and supervising kids.* Strong communication skills, both oral and written.* Ability to work with budgets and manage program administration.* Must be dependable, able to work a flexible schedule, and practice professionalism at all times.* CPR, First Aid, and AED certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire).*Physical Requirements:** Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and stand for up to 5 hours.* Must be able to run up to 100 yards in an emergency.* Must be in good health and drug-free.*Professional Expectations*As an Assistant After-School Site Director, you'll play a key role in delivering a positive and safe experience for all the children in our care. You’ll represent the YMCA’s values, work well with diverse groups, and be committed to self-improvement and embracing change.*Compensation & Culture*At the YMCA, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community. We believe in supporting each other and working together to strengthen our community. If you're genuine, welcoming, and determined to make a difference, you'll fit right in!Job Type: Part-timePay: $17.00 per hourBenefits:* Employee discountAbility to Commute:* Los Alamos, NM 87544 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Los Alamos, NM 87544: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-09-20