YMCA of Southwest Florida

Non-profit youth development & community services

Group Leaders and Site Coordinators

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeSarasota, FL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old; candidates taking on higher-level leadership responsibilities must be at least 21.
Experience working with children in a school, camp, childcare, sports, or similar setting is preferred.
Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus for advanced roles.
Must be able to pass a background screening and meet YMCA/DCF requirements.
Must have CPR/First Aid certification or be willing to obtain it.
Must be energetic, positive, and passionate about working with children.
Must be dependable and team-oriented.
Must be able to communicate with children and families.
Must be creative and ready to participate in activities and play.
Must be organized and able to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead age-appropriate activities such as games, crafts, sports, and enrichment activities.
Build meaningful relationships with students and families.
Support children's social, emotional, and physical development.
Ensure a safe and inclusive environment.
Help create structure, routines, and a positive group dynamic.
Help oversee daily site operations and program flow, depending on experience.
Support or lead staff and ensure activities are organized and engaging, depending on experience.
Communicate with families and school partners.
Assist with planning special events, spirit days, and family engagement opportunities.
Ensure program quality, safety standards, and licensing compliance.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working with children in a school, camp, childcare, sports, or similar setting.
Leadership or supervisory experience for advanced roles.

Description

Now Hiring: Before & After School Program Leaders (All Levels!)

YMCA of Southwest Florida | Multiple Elementary School Locations

We’re growing—and we want YOU to grow with us!

This August, the YMCA of Southwest Florida is expanding our Before & After School Care program into 4 new elementary schools, and we’re building an incredible team to bring energy, creativity, and leadership to our sites.

Whether you’re just starting your journey working with kids or you’re ready to lead a team and run a site, we’re hiring Program Leaders at all levels—and we’ll place you in the right role based on your experience and strengths.

Why This Role is Awesome

Make a real impact in kids’ lives every single day
Be part of a fun, supportive, mission-driven team
Opportunities for leadership, growth, and advancement
Work in a high-energy, positive environment where no two days are the same
Help shape brand-new program sites from the ground up

Requirements

What You’ll Do

Every day, you’ll help create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment where kids can learn, grow, and thrive.Depending on your experience, your role may include:

Working Directly with Kids

Lead fun, age-appropriate activities like games, crafts, sports, and enrichment
Build meaningful relationships with students and families
Support children’s social, emotional, and physical development
Ensure a safe and inclusive environment at all times
Help create structure, routines, and a positive group dynamic

Program Leadership & Site Support (for experienced candidates)

Help oversee daily site operations and program flow
Support or lead staff, ensuring activities are organized and engaging
Communicate with families and school partners
Assist with planning special events, spirit days, and family engagement opportunities
Ensure program quality, safety standards, and licensing compliance

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:

Energetic, positive, and passionate about working with kids
Dependable and team-oriented
Strong communicators who can connect with children and families
Creative and ready to jump into activities and play
Organized and able to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

Experience & Qualifications

Must be 18+ years old (21+ for higher-level leadership responsibilities)
Experience working with children preferred (school, camp, childcare, sports, etc.)
Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus (for advanced roles)
Ability to pass background screening and meet YMCA/DCF requirements
CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

Schedule

Morning shifts (Before School)
Afternoon shifts (After School)
Flexible part-time schedules available

Grow With Us

This isn’t just a job—it’s a pathway. Many of our leaders start working directly with kids and grow into:

Site Coordinators
Program Directors
Full-time leadership roles within the YMCA

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in building something special for our community’s kids. Apply today and let us find the right fit for YOU.

About the Company

YMCA of Southwest Florida

Non-profit youth development & community services

The YMCA of Southwest Florida is a nonprofit that supports community development in Fort Myers, Englewood, and Cape Coral through programs for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It funds its work via memberships, program fees (including summer camps and academies), and donations, and operates SKY Academy with campuses in Venice and Englewood. It differentiates itself by offering a broad, accessible range of services across multiple locations with a focus on inclusive education and family-centered programs. Its goal is to help individuals and families grow healthier, more connected, and more engaged in their communities.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Venice, FL
Founded: 1974

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