After School Counselor

The YMCA of Central Texas is hiring After School Counselors (18 y/o or older) to support elementary school students in our after-school program across Leander ISD . This is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with children, brings strong energy and patience to a group setting, and can create a safe, positive environment where kids can learn, play, and grow.

If you are looking for meaningful part-time work and have experience supporting children through school, childcare, caregiving, customer-facing, or team-based environments, we encourage you to apply.

Schedule and Pay

• Part-time schedule: Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
• Summer schedule transitions to a full-day program
• Pay rate: $13.00-$15.50 per hour, based on experience
• $510 new staff bonus

Benefits and Perks

• Free YMCA membership
• Tuition assistance
• Ongoing professional training
• Opportunity to build experience in youth development and education
• Rewarding work making a positive impact in your community

What You'll Do

• Provide active supervision for groups of children in an after-school setting
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and school representatives
• Help lead daily curriculum, games, and youth activities
• Create a fun, structured, and supportive environment for K-5 students
• Respond calmly and appropriately in urgent or unexpected situations
• Serve as a positive role model for children and families

Minimum Requirements

To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Be available to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
• Be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Be able to actively supervise groups of children in an after-school licensed childcare environment
• Be able to communicate clearly and professionally with children, parents, school staff, and coworkers
• Be dependable, energetic, patient, and comfortable working with children from a variety of backgrounds and abilities
• Be able to stay calm, use good judgment, and maintain a safe environment at all times
• Able to pass a background check and drug screen

Preferred Background

While this is an entry-level role, we are specifically looking for candidates who can demonstrate experience working with or supporting children, students and families. Helpful backgrounds include:

• Childcare
• Classroom support or school-based roles
• Teaching or tutoring
• Curriculum planning or activity leadership
• Caregiving
• Babysitting
• Customer service
• Public service
• Team-based work environments

Pay Rate: $13.00-$15.50/hour 

About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizen.

The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free workplace. Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!