Hiring Event 9a-1p @Goodlett 9/14/2026 - Group Leader Positions "All TN Areas" APPLY HERE!!

About the role

Purpose of position: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the School Age Site Director, the part-time School Age Group Leader is responsible for implementing activities and executing daily lesson plans for the School Age Before and After School sites and Summer Programs. The School Age Group Leader will work with other site staff to foster children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth. The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South.

Responsibilities

• Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
• Set up and take down program space so that area is transformed into child-friendly environment; this includes moving, cleaning, picking up and putting back furniture and equipment ensuring program space is left in organized fashion
• Actively lead and engage a group of 15 to 20 (DHS maximum is 20) children in activities outlined by the Site Director either inside or outside program areas and during transition times
• Follow all safety standards and risk management policies, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants and fellow YMCA staff
• Assist in planning and implementing a quality curriculum that meets YMCA guidelines
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the program staff
• Assist in controlling and maintaining supplies and inventory on site
• Assist in monitoring licensing standards at the School Age site to ensure the maintenance of all quality standards
• Maintain positive relationships with YMCA personnel and administration and school staff
• Assist in maintaining citywide policies and procedures
• Assume duties as directed by the Site Director

Qualifications

• Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA
• An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our programs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
• Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
• Must complete all state and school district mandated background checks and fingerprint clearances
• Minimum 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Leadership competencies: Mission Advancement, Collaboration, Operational Effectiveness, Personal Growth
• Behavioral Characteristics: Welcoming, Nurturing, Determined, Hopeful, and Genuine

Schedule

Flexible work schedule required. Work schedules may vary per the needs of specific before and after sites. Before care is from 6:30 am until the start of school. After care is from the end of school until 6:30 pm. This part-time position is a split shift position that takes place Monday - Friday during before school and/or after school hours. Available work schedules: before school (only), after school (only), before and after school.

Pay

Salary: $12.00-$15.00 per hour.