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Before & After School Care Lead - Boston Location

Lpymca, La Porte, IN, United States


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Before & After School Care Lead - Boston Location
Part Time La Porte, IN, US

REPORTS TO: Program Leadership or Designee

SALARY/FLSA: Part Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY
The Before & After School Care Lead Supervisor provides day‑to‑day leadership for YMCA school‑age childcare programs while maintaining direct supervision and care of participating children. This role supports the YMCA’s mission by ensuring a safe, high‑quality, and engaging program experience for children and families. The Lead Supervisor serves as a role model and mentor for frontline staff, a primary point of contact for parents and school partners, and a steward of program standards, compliance, and YMCA values. This position balances hands‑on caregiving with on‑site supervision, coordination, and accountability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Lead daily on‑site operations of before and after school care programs, ensuring staff schedules, ratios, and participant groupings are followed, and serving as the primary escalation point for behavior, safety, and parent‑related concerns

Provide guidance, direction, and support to frontline instructors/caregivers while modeling professionalism, teamwork, and YMCA core values

Actively supervise children at all times to ensure their safety, engagement, and inclusion while planning and implementing engaging, culturally relevant, and developmentally appropriate activities

Support children’s academic and social development, including homework assistance, and make ongoing observations and assessments of development and behavior

Ensure adherence to YMCA policies, procedures, and child safety standards, including monitoring sign‑in/sign‑out procedures, verifying authorized pick‑ups, and maintaining appropriate supervision

Complete and maintain required program documentation, including attendance, incident, accident, and disciplinary reports, as well as state and funding requirements (CCDF, CACFP, and third‑party documentation)

Identify and report unsafe conditions immediately and respond appropriately to emergencies

Maintain positive, professional communication with parents, guardians, school personnel, and YMCA leadership, addressing questions and concerns and escalating when appropriate

Build strong relationships with children and families to support retention and overall program quality

Maintain program materials, equipment, and site organization while ensuring staff follow departmental dress code and expectations

Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities

Support YMCA initiatives, including annual campaign efforts, and perform additional duties as assigned to support overall program success

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum age: 18 years old

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum one year of childcare or school‑age program experience

Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills

Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)

CPR, First Aid, and AED (within required timeframe)

Child Abuse Prevention Training (initial and annual)

YMCA‑required safety, insurance, and compliance trainings

Ability to respond effectively to emergency and safety situations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to actively supervise children, including standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds

Sufficient visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively with children and adults

Ability to remain alert and focused in active, potentially noisy environments

Work may involve indoor and outdoor settings and extreme heat during summer months

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

EFFECT ON END RESULT
This position directly influences the overall quality, safety, and effectiveness of before and after school care programs. Successful performance ensures well‑managed daily operations, consistent staff support, and a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all participants. By maintaining compliance, strong communication, and high program standards, this role enhances child development outcomes, strengthens family trust, supports staff performance, and contributes to program retention and growth. Ultimately, this position plays a critical role in delivering a high‑quality YMCA experience aligned with the organization’s mission and values.

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