Recreation Leader-Before/After School Child Care Program
Job Description
Job DescriptionRecreation Leader (Part-Time School Year Position)
Sonoma County Family YMCA | $18.21-$19.21 per hour
Sites Located In: Rohnert Park, Sebastopol, Santa Rosa
Are you passionate about working with children and creating fun, meaningful experiences that help young people thrive? The Sonoma County Family YMCA is seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and caring individuals to join our team as a Recreation Leader for our before and after school childcare program.
This is a part-time school year position supporting elementary-aged youth in a safe, engaging, and enriching environment. We're especially interested in candidates who are available Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM and 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, as these are the core operating hours of our programs.
Whether you're pursuing a career in education, childcare, recreation, social services, or simply enjoy working with children, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community.
Why You'll Love Working at the Y
At the YMCA, we're committed to strengthening our community and helping people reach their full potential. Our culture is built on five core values:
- Welcoming - Everyone belongs.
- Genuine - We celebrate individuality.
- Hopeful - We believe in people's potential.
- Nurturing - We support growth and development.
- Determined - We work together to make our community stronger.
When you join the Y, you'll become part of a mission-driven team making a lasting impact on local families.
What You'll Do
As a Recreation Leader, you'll help create a fun, safe, and enriching environment for school-age children by:
✅ Leading creative and engaging activities, games, crafts, and enrichment programs
✅ Supervising children and ensuring their safety, well-being, and positive experience
✅ Supporting homework, literacy development, and academic success
✅ Building positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members
✅ Assisting with family events, special programs, and community activities
✅ Helping maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming program environment
✅ Serving as a positive role model who reflects YMCA values every day
✅ Contributing to a collaborative, supportive team culture
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Loves working with children and helping them succeed
- Brings creativity, and enthusiasm to every day
- Communicates effectively with children, families, and staff
- Demonstrates leadership, patience, and emotional maturity
- Enjoys teamwork and creating positive experiences for others
- Is committed to inclusion, respect, and community engagement
Qualifications
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Minimum 6 months of experience working with children in a classroom, childcare, recreation, camp, or similar setting
- Ability to successfully complete DOJ and FBI background clearance, including sex offender screening
Great Benefits Include
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive pay
- Free YMCA membership
- Reduced program fees
- Free childcare
- Floating holidays
- Paid sick time
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid CPR and First Aid certification
- Training and career development opportunities
- Staff Scholarship Fund
- 10% contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can inspire children, support families, and strengthen our community, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and help create positive, lasting memories for the next generation at the Sonoma County Family YMCA.
The Y. For a Better Us.®