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About the Role

As an Assistant Site Lead, you are the second-in-command at your site, partnering closely with the Site Lead to ensure a safe, high-quality, and engaging licensed afterschool program for children ages 4-12. You help lead daily operations, support staff, and create meaningful experiences for youth and families. This role serves as the acting Site Director when the Site Lead is off-site, ensuring continuity in leadership, licensing compliance, and program quality. You play a critical role in bringing the Y's mission to life, creating a space where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired.

Responsibilities

Assist the Site Lead in managing daily program operations, ensuring a safe, organized, and engaging environment.
Help guide and support Youth Development Leaders, fostering a collaborative, positive, and growth-focused team culture.
Step into full site leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Site Lead, ensuring compliance, safety, and program continuity.
Supervise a group of 12-17 youth while supporting overall site ratios and active supervision.
Deliver and support curriculum including enrichment activities, academic support, creative projects, and physical activity.
Build relationships with families and assist in communication, including planning and hosting family nights and events.
Occasional travel between sites and YMCA locations is needed, including weekly pickup and drop-off of supplies and paperwork, attending meetings and trainings, and providing support at other program locations as assigned.
Ensure adherence to Texas Child Care Licensing standards and YMCA policies.
Assist with attendance, incident reports, behavior documentation, and other required records while maintaining confidentiality.
Support resolution of daily challenges such as behavior concerns, transitions, late pickups, and staffing needs with professionalism.
Model the YMCA's mission, vision, and values in all interactions.
Represent and share the impact of YMCA programs with families and the community.
Complete other duties as assigned to support program success.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
Availability to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM, with occasional evenings and weekends for events and trainings.
Must meet or be willing to obtain Texas Child Care Licensing requirements.
At least 30 hours of training in child or youth development, recreational leadership, or management.
Candidates with a minimum of 15 hours are eligible but must complete the remaining hours within 90 days (training provided).
Minimum of 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare setting, or equivalent coursework in child development.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to pass a background check.
Current First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain (training provided).
Ability to actively supervise and engage with children throughout the program day.
Ability to stand, walk, and move around the site for extended periods.
Ability to participate in physical activities such as games and outdoor play.
Ability to lift or carry materials and supplies up to 25-35 pounds.
Ability to bend, kneel, and stretch to support students, maintain safe and organized spaces, and respond quickly to the needs of the program.
Clear communication with staff, students, parents, and school personnel is essential.
Ability to maintain awareness of the environment to ensure safety at all times.
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors.
Exposure to communicable diseases and common childhood illnesses.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Skills

Organizational skills
Leadership skills
Communication skills
Customer service abilities
Team-oriented mindset
Passion for youth development
Growth Mindset
Team Player
Communicates Effectively
Fosters Belonging
Customer Focused
Self-Development
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus

Location

Austin
Nearby communities

Work Type

Seasonal
Part-time
Afterschool program
Weekday afternoons
Occasional evenings
Occasional weekends

Experience Level

Minimum of 6 months of experience in a licensed childcare setting, or equivalent coursework in child development.

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent
At least 30 hours of training in child or youth development, recreational leadership, or management.
Minimum of 15 hours of training (with completion of remaining hours within 90 days)

About the Company

The Y's mission