Now Hiring: Afterschool Program Staff

Monday–Friday | 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Elementary Schools in Knox County

Looking for a part-time job that’s fun, meaningful, and fits your schedule?

Join the Penobscot Bay YMCA Afterschool Team and help create a safe, active, and enriching space for kids after school.

This is a great opportunity for high school students (16+), college students, education majors, or anyone who enjoys working with youth.

What You’ll Do

• Create a safe, welcoming environment for children
• Lead games, arts & crafts, STEM projects, and group activities
• Build positive relationships with kids, families, and teammates
• Support daily routines, snack time, cleanup, and safety procedures
• Assist with Vacation Camp and Snow Camp when school is not in session

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, dependable, and positive attitude
• At least 16 years of age
• Enjoy working with children
• Experience preferred but not required
• Willingness to obtain CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention training (training provided)

Why You’ll Love Working at the Y

• Free individual YMCA membership ($696 value)
• Access to retirement benefits starting on Day 1 (it’s never too early to start saving!)
• A supportive team environment
• Meaningful work in your own community

The Penobscot Bay YMCA is a community cornerstone where all people can connect, grow, and thrive. When you join our Afterschool Team, you help bring that mission to life every single day.

Essential Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all children
• Help plan and lead engaging afterschool activities that combine physical movement and enrichment
• Ensure activities are age-appropriate, inclusive, and aligned with YMCA values
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and teammates
• Follow YMCA policies and all state and local safety regulations
• Respond appropriately to medical situations, behavior concerns, and emergencies
• Keep program spaces clean, organized, and ready for daily use
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings
• Support Vacation Camp and Snow Camp when Afterschool is not in session
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the program’s success

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old (age requirements may vary based on state law and YMCA policies)
• Previous experience working with children preferred but not required
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention training required (training provided by the YMCA)

We’re looking for dependable team members who bring positive energy, good judgment, and a willingness to learn.

Work Environment & Physical Expectations

This is an active role working with children in both indoor and outdoor settings. Staff should be able to:

• Lead and participate in games and activities
• Move, bend, kneel, and stay active throughout the shift
• Lift up to 40 pounds as needed
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and respond quickly to children’s needs

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