Assistant Program Leader

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is a global movement and the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We offer careers with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community.

Organizational Culture

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to building strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become. Our values include:

• Truth & Courage: Understanding and acting on individual and societal truths.
• Authenticity & Accessibility: Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can participate according to their needs.
• Dependable & Creative: Responding to community needs through strong partnerships.
• Dignity & Empathy: Treating everyone with respect and compassion, recognizing the inherent dignity in all individuals.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development & Program Delivery:
  • Develop and implement engaging, inclusive, and theme-based curricula tailored to the developmental and cultural needs of youth.
  • Lead academic enrichment sessions, tutoring, and organized outdoor recreational activities.
  • Collaborate with staff, parents, and participants to plan program activities.
• Supervision & Safety:
  • Supervise and support groups of up to 20 students, ensuring safety and compliance with YMCA and child-safe protocols.
  • Monitor participants, respond swiftly to critical incidents, and enforce safety regulations.
• Record-Keeping & Compliance:
  • Maintain accurate program records, including attendance, emergency information, and safety logs.
• Communication & Engagement:
  • Communicate respectfully with participants, parents, staff, and volunteers.
• Training & Development:
  • Complete required safety and program training before the first shift.
  • Attend all mandatory meetings and training sessions.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The After School Assistant Program Leader works in a dynamic environment at local elementary or middle school sites, including indoor classrooms and outdoor schoolyards. The role involves:

• Frequent standing, walking, and active participation in physical activities such as recreational sports and games.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Working in a fast-paced and loud environment.

Requirements

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.
• Must be able to work mid-August 2025 – mid-June 2026 (San Francisco ASP sites).
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and punctuality, with a commitment to the school-year schedule.

Pay

The After School Assistant Program Leader position offers a compensation range of $19.50-$21.00/hour.

Locations

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is seeking Program Leaders at the following sites:

• Bayview- Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
• Buchanan- Chinese Immersion Elementary School
• Buchanan- Dr. William Cobb Elementary School
• Buchanan- John Muir Elementary School
• Buchanan- New Traditions Elementary School
• Buchanan- Rosa Parks Elementary School
• Chinatown- Edwin & Anita Lee Elementary School
• Chinatown- Gordon J. Lau Elementary School
• Chinatown- Jean Parker Elementary School
• Chinatown- John Yehall Chin Elementary School
• Chinatown- Spring Valley Elementary School
• Chinatown- Yick Wo Elementary School
• Mission- Dolores Huerta Elementary School
• Mission- Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy
• Mission- Hillcrest Elementary School
• Mission- Monroe Elementary School
• Mission- Sunnyside Elementary School
• Presidio- Marina Middle School
• Richmond- Claire Lilienthal Elementary School
• Richmond- Jefferson Elementary School
• Richmond- Sutro Elementary School
• Stonestown- Jose Ortega Elementary School
• Stonestown- Miraloma Elementary School
• Stonestown- Sheridan Elementary School
• Stonestown- West Portal Elementary School
• Urban- James Denman Elementary School
• Urban- Downtown High School
• Urban- Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School
• Urban- Starr King Elementary School