Before & After-School Part-Time Site Team Lead

Job Category: Early Learning/Youth Dev.

Requisition Number: BEFOR
004951

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• Posted :
  July 1, 2025
• Part-Time
• On-site

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Safe N' Sound YMCA
2120 W 95th Street
Naperville, IL 60564, USA

Safe N' Sound YMCA
2120 W 95th Street
Naperville, IL 60564, USA

Lead, Inspire, Grow:
Shape the Future with Us as a Site Team Lead!

Pay range is $18.45-$19.05 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule with shifts 6:15-9am and/or 2:15-6pm, and opportunities to grow within the organization

As a Site Team Lead, you will work to ensure the implementation of positive youth development practices with all daily activities and interactions with children. The Site Team Lead is responsible for ensuring program quality including assisting in implementing curriculum, providing leadership and guidance to staff and overseeing the ordering and distribution of snacks, materials and all supplies needed to operate the program.

They will also provide direct service, when necessary, to execute the program. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

We offer salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.

Generous paid time off (PTO), including paid holidays. We also offer flexible work hours to help you balance your personal and professional life.

403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service to help you plan for your future.

Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs.

A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Locations:
Safe 'N Sound YMCA Before & After School programs throughout Naperville, Aurora, and North Aurora for the  school year!

Position Responsibilities:

• Implements program curriculum with school-aged program staff while ensuring the program follows DCFS and YMCA standards.
• Provides guidance to staff while onsite in adhering to program quality standards.
• Facilitates collaboration with and between program staff including assisting in planning and leading program staff meetings.
• Enhances parent/guardian/caregiver engagement and ensures that the program meets expectations for quality
• Collaborates with teachers, principals and other staff at local schools to align and execute program activities and ensure program success.
• Maintains and audits all program files according to DCFS and YMCA Standards.
• Assists in development and execution of special events and seasonal school-aged programs, such as Day Camp, for members and program participants.
• Participates in program marketing and retention activities.
• Fills in for other staff as needed.

Requirements & Preferred Qualifications for this position are:

• Must be 19 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials.
• Previous experience in a childcare or education setting supporting high-quality programs.
• Preferred candidates will have an Associate’s degree in child development or early childhood education or the equivalent in child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education.
• Must have the proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty.
• Commitment to and passion for the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission…