Afterschool Site Lead (South Austin)

Why your role matters

We are hiring Afterschool Site Leaders for the 2026 school year! This is a part-time, weekday afternoon role (2:00 PM – 6:30 PM) at elementary schools across Austin and surrounding areas. Enjoy weekends off, a supportive team environment, and a free YMCA membership.

As a Site Leader, you'll oversee daily operations for our licensed afterschool program—supporting staff, leading activities, and ensuring a safe, engaging space for up to 85 children ages 4–12. You'll play a key leadership role in bringing the Y's mission to life each afternoon.

How you make an impact

• Supervise a group of up to 85 children and a team of staff, ensuring smooth daily operations and a high-quality experience for all participants

• Support and guide your staff team, fostering collaboration, positivity, and professional growth

• Implement curriculum and daily schedules that include games, creative projects, learning activities, and outdoor play

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children by following Texas Childcare licensing standards and YMCA policies

• Maintain clear and consistent communication with parents, caregivers, and your supervisor

• Accurately complete required documentation and maintain confidential records related to attendance, behavior, and health

• Build relationships with students that promote social-emotional learning, academic support, and positive behavior

• Address daily challenges—such as late pickups, behavior concerns, or scheduling needs—with professionalism and flexibility

• Support an inclusive and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff

• Represent the YMCA's mission, values, and community impact with pride

• Take on additional duties as needed to ensure program success

What you bring to the Y

• High school diploma or GED required

• Must be at least 21 years old

• At least 6 months of experience working in a licensed childcare setting or equivalent coursework in child development

• Valid driver's license and eligibility to pass a background check

• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain—training provided)

• Availability to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM

• Strong organizational and leadership skills

• Excellent communication and customer service abilities

• A positive, team-oriented mindset and a passion for youth development

• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where all children and staff feel supported and valued

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Req Benefits:

• Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others.
• Access retirement planning options to secure your future.
• Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops.
• Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users.
• Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.

Compensation: $20.00 per hour
Additional Details :

The Greater Austin YMCA is a nonprofit community enterprise with a purpose of elevating quality of life in central Texas by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families and seniors in our dynamically growing community. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y has served close to 500,000 people and provided more than $30M in financial assistance and program subsidies over the past 10 years. We operate 8 community centers and Camp Moody along with 6 early childhood education centers, 60 afterschool programs on school campuses in four districts, and 20 summer camps, with 1500 staff team members, 1000 volunteers, and a $48M annual operating budget.

Additional Information:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.