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SITE COORDINATORS YMCA

Expanded Learning Ready for a role where you don't just support the program—you help lead it? YMCA Expanded Learning is looking for Assistant Site Coordinators who are ready to take on meaningful leadership responsibility while creating an exceptional afterschool experience for students. You'll work alongside a Site Coordinator to help lead a school-based program serving approximately 100 students each day. You'll coach team members, strengthen program quality, solve problems, support daily operations, and step into the lead when needed. This is an opportunity to build real management experience while doing work that matters. If you're ready to grow as a leader, take ownership, and help a team succeed, we want to meet you.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Pay:

Elementary School:

$27/hour

Middle School:

$29/hour

Job Type:

Elementary School:

Full-Time, Non-Exempt Middle School:

Part-Time, Non-Exempt Start Date:

Immediate End Date:

Part-Time positions end June 2027, with possible spring and summer opportunities

Typical Schedule:

Monday-Friday Typical Shift:

Full-Time:

10:00 AM-6:30

PM Part-Time:

12:45 PM-6:30

PM Hours:

Full-Time:

40 hours/week

Part-Time:

Approximately 28 hours/week

Locations:

You will be assigned to one elementary or middle school program site in Richmond, El Sobrante, Pinole, San Pablo, or Oakland.

Map of Program Sites:

http://map.ymcayscholars.org

POSITION AND BENEFITS

Free YMCA gym membership Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid holidays and paid time off YMCA retirement plan Ongoing leadership development and professional training Opportunities for continued career advancement within the

YMCA Full-Time Only:

This position follows a year-round schedule based on a combined YMCA and school district calendar. While most work takes place during the school year, Assistant Site Coordinators are also scheduled on select days when school is not in session. This typically includes district professional development days, one week during winter break, one week during spring break, and approximately 6-7 weeks of summer programming.

ABOUT YMCA EXPANDED LEARNING

We believe every student should have the opportunity to discover their purpose and reach their full potential. Our Expanded Learning programs partner with schools in West Contra Costa and Oakland to create engaging before- and afterschool experiences where young people can learn, play, create, build relationships, and develop as leaders. Our enrichment experiences center around three areas: Academic Achievement — helping students strengthen skills, confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning Physical Play — keeping students active while developing teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy habits Creative Curiosity — giving students opportunities to explore, create, experiment, and discover new interests Youth voice is at the center of how we approach our work. We want students to have meaningful opportunities to make choices, contribute ideas, take on leadership, and help shape their program experience.

DOES YOUR MISSION ALIGN WITH OURS?

THE ROLE Great programs need strong leaders at every level. As an Assistant Site Coordinator, you'll be the Site Coordinator's leadership partner in making sure the program runs successfully each day. Some moments you'll be coaching a Group Leader. Others you'll be helping solve an operational challenge, observing an activity, talking with a family, reviewing program data, supporting student behavior, or jumping directly into a group. And when your Site Coordinator isn't available, you'll be prepared to step up and lead. We're looking for someone who doesn't wait to be told about every problem before taking action. You'll learn how to see what the program needs, communicate clearly, make thoughtful decisions, support your teammates, and follow through. You'll have support and coaching along the way—but you'll also have real responsibility.

WHAT YOU'LL LEAD AND SUPPORT

Partner with the Site Coordinator to operate a high-quality program serving approximately 100 students each day Help create a safe, welcoming, organized, and engaging environment for students and team members Coach, support, and provide feedback to Group Leaders and Group Assistants Help onboard and train new team members so they understand program expectations and responsibilities Observe activities and provide feedback that strengthens facilitation, student engagement, and program quality Step into program leadership when the Site Coordinator is unavailable Lead a student group when additional coverage or support is needed Support student behavior management using positive, developmentally appropriate strategies Build positive relationships with students, families, school partners, and YMCA team members Help manage daily schedules, transitions, attendance, staffing, supplies, and other program operations Collect and review program data to measure progress and identify opportunities for improvement Participate in meetings, trainings, coaching, and professional development Help turn program goals and expectations into consistent daily practices Identify challenges early, communicate them clearly, and help develop solutions Research and implement promising practices in expanded learning and youth development Complete additional responsibilities and projects that support the success of the program

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who is ready to grow beyond simply being great at working with students. You want to become great at leading people and programs. Our strongest

Assistant Site Coordinators:

Take initiative instead of waiting for someone else to solve the problem Follow through on commitments and take ownership of their responsibilities Communicate directly, professionally, and respectfully Build trust with students, families, coworkers, and school partners Can give feedback—and are equally willing to receive it Stay organized while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines Notice what's happening around them and know when to step in Bring positive energy while maintaining clear expectations and accountability Remain calm and solution-focused when plans change Are curious about how programs can continuously improve Understand that leadership sometimes means stepping forward and sometimes means supporting someone else Reflect on their own performance and understand how their actions affect others You don't need to know everything on your first day. You do need to be ready to learn, lead, take feedback, and keep growing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

At least 18 years old 2+ years of experience in youth development, education, afterschool programming, recreation, camps, or a related field 48 completed college units or a passing score on the Instructional Aide Exam Need to take the exam? We can support you through the process. Ability to successfully clear required DOJ/FBI background checks Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certification within 30 days of hire Training is provided at no cost to you. Reliable transportation and ability to consistently travel to assigned program sites and meetings Comfort using technology and learning digital systems, including Google Drive, Airtable, Zoom, and other program management tools Ability to work the full schedule required for the position

LEADERSHIP SKILLS THAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED

You don't need to arrive as a finished leader. But you'll be most successful if you're committed to developing these skills:

Growth Mindset:

See feedback, mistakes, and challenges as opportunities to improve

Relationship Building:

Create meaningful connections while maintaining professional boundaries and expectations

Communication:

Share information clearly, listen carefully, and address concerns directly

Organization:

Manage priorities, deadlines, documentation, and daily responsibilities

Initiative:

Recognize what needs attention and take appropriate action

Accountability:

Own your decisions, responsibilities, successes, and mistakes

Self-Awareness:

Understand your impact on students, teammates, and the overall program environment

Adaptability:

Adjust when circumstances change while keeping the program moving forward

Creativity:

Look for new ways to make programming more engaging and meaningful

Team Leadership:

Help others succeed through coaching, encouragement, clear expectations, and follow-through

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is an active, hands-on youth development position. Assistant Site Coordinators should expect to move throughout the program, participate in activities, supervise students indoors and outdoors, and respond quickly when support is needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Team members must be able to: Demonstrate sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to supervise and participate in program activities Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds Frequently stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the program Walk and remain active for extended periods Visually monitor students and activities in indoor and outdoor environments Respond quickly and appropriately during emergencies

WHY JOIN YMCA EXPANDED LEARNING?

Because this can be more than your next job. It can be where you learn how to lead. You'll have opportunities to: Make a meaningful impact on students every day Build hands-on leadership and management experience Learn how to operate a large school-based expanded learning program Coach and develop other youth development professionals Receive ongoing training, feedback, and professional development Strengthen skills that can prepare you for future leadership opportunities Bring your own ideas and creativity to the program Become part of a team committed to learning and improving together Build a career within the

YMCA READY FOR YOUR NEXT STEP?

If you're looking for a position where you can simply clock in, complete a few tasks, and clock out, this probably isn't the role for you. But if you're ready to take on responsibility, develop your leadership skills, support a team, solve real problems, and help create an afterschool experience that students look forward to every day—we'd like to meet you.

APPLY TO BECOME A YMCA EXPANDED LEARNING ASSISTANT SITE COORDINATOR.

Pay:

$27.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person