A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
Group Facilitator 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars Piedmont, CA 94611 $24 an hour - Part-time YSP 5 reviews $24 an hour - Part-time
BE THE REASON A KID LOVES AFTERSCHOOL HIRING NOW
AFTERSCHOOL
GROUP LEADERS YMCA
Oakland Expanded Learning is hiring Group Leaders ready to turn ordinary afternoons into something students genuinely look forward to. You'll run your own group, lead activities that mix learning with laughter, and become a steady, trusted presence in young lives. The best part? You don't have to wait months to see results. You'll see them by dismissal time. Who We Are At YMCA Oakland Expanded Learning, we're driven by a simple belief: every student has potential worth investing in. Our program amplifies youth voice through daily enrichment, leadership experiences, and habits that support healthy, confident kids. If that resonates, we should talk.
The Details Start Date:
Immediate End Date:
June 2027 (spring break and summer opportunities may be available)
Pay:
$24.00/hour
Status:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 5 days/week
Shift:
1:00 PM-6:30 PM (Wednesdays begin at 12:45 PM)
Weekly Hours:
26-28
Locations:
You'll be placed at one elementary or middle school site in Richmond, San Pablo, Pinole, El Sobrante, or Oakland View all program sites: http://map.ymcayscholars.org What You Get Complimentary YMCA gym membership Continuous professional training and leadership coaching Priority access to spring break, summer, and future-year positions Genuine room to advance your career within the YMCA What the Work Looks Like Group Leaders set the tone for the whole afternoon. You're the constant students can rely on—and the spark that keeps things interesting. Day to day, you will: Supervise and mentor your own group of about 15-20 students Move students through homework support, enrichment projects, and active recreation Plan lively, purposeful activities that stretch imaginations and build teamwork Cultivate a group culture where every student belongs and feels valued Keep accurate attendance without losing momentum or engagement Team up with site staff to protect routines and raise program quality Lead by example with patience, consistency, and genuine care What It Takes Must-Haves 18 years of age or older 48 completed college units or a passing score on the Instructional Aide Exam (we'll support your prep if needed) Ability to pass DOJ/FBI background checks CPR, First Aid, and AED certification within 30 days of hire (provided free)
The People Who Do This Well:
Light up around kids and adolescents—and it shows Speak honestly, listen closely, and pull their weight on a team Follow through: organized, punctual, dependable Meet chaos with calm and boredom with imagination Embrace being playful, animated, and encouraging Take feedback seriously and keep leveling up Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and supervise program activities Occasionally lift up to 30 lbs Frequent bending and standing Able to walk for extended periods Visual ability to clearly monitor activities indoors and outdoors Mobility to respond quickly in an emergency Why People Stay Impact you can actually see—every afternoon, in real time Hands-on experience in youth development that opens doors Coaching and mentorship from staff who've been where you are A crew that has your back and celebrates your wins A program that welcomes your ideas instead of shelving them Your Move To one student, you might be the person who finally made math click. To another, the adult who showed up every single day without fail. That's not a job description—that's a legacy. If you're ready to do work that matters this much, we want to hear from you. and join YMCA Oakland Expanded Learning in building brighter futures—one afternoon at a time.
