Student: After School Group Leader
Job Title
Student: After School Group Leader
Requisition Number
SE04421
Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment
Work Location
Lexington, KY
On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus
Salary Range
$14
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Preferred Education/Experience
- Some college education preferred
- Minimum two years experience working with or caring for children
Hours per Week
To be determined.
Job Summary
You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.
Are you looking for a part-time job that is both fun and meaningful? Do you enjoy working with children and want to make a lasting impact in your community? The YMCA of Central Kentucky is seeking energetic, caring, and dependable individuals to join our School Age Child Care team as After School Group Leaders.
- Assist the school age child care site director in the implementation of a culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate curriculum.
- Assume responsibility for the safety of the children at all times and maintain daily records, adhering to all requirements
- Uphold the association’s child protection policies, child abuse and neglect guidelines and proper reporting procedures
- Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the YMCA and the Division of Regulated Child Care (DRCC)
- Prepare daily snack for the children and support and implement healthy eating and physical activity initiatives (HEPA)
- Direct and assist daily cleaning and maintenance of the space and/or facility
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Strong customer service skills and organizational skills
Deadline to Apply
08/31/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Anticipated Start Date
08/10/2026