Before/After School Counselor, Middle Schools Program (2026 - 2027 School Year)

YMCA is seeking to build a pipeline of individuals seeking to make a difference in the lives of our youth and become a Before/After School Counselor!

Why choose the YMCA?

• Competitive wage plan starting at $15.50 per hour
• Flexible scheduling that promotes work/life balance
• Free/Discounted YMCA membership and other employee perks
• Career growth, and year-round positions
• The Y is a cause-driven organization that provides a challenging and fun work environment with creative, talented and diverse individuals!

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in an after school program (grades 6th – 8th). Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall after school experience.

Click below to view each location on a map:

West Orlando District Schools:

• Bridgewater Middle School : 5600 Tiny Rd. Winter Garden, FL. 34787
• Chain of Lakes Middle School : 8700 Conroy Windermere Rd. Orlando, FL 32835
• Gotha Middle School : 9155 Gotha Rd. Windermere, FL 34786
• Southwest Middle School : 6450 Dr. Phillips Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819
• Water Spring Middle School : 10393 Seidel Rd. Winter Garden, FL 34787

East Orlando District Schools:

• Avalon Middle School : 13914 Mailer Blvd. Orlando, FL 32828
• Discovery Middle School : 601 Woodbury Rd. Orlando, FL 32828
• Legacy Middle School : 11398 Lake Underhill Rd. Orlando, FL 32825
• Liberty Middle School : 3405 S. Chickasaw Trail. Orlando, FL 32829
• Timber Springs Middle School : 16001 Timber Park Lane. Orlando, FL 32828

Central Orlando District Schools:

• Conway Middle School : 4600 Anderson Rd. Orlando, FL 32812
• Glenridge Middle School : 2900 Upper Park Rd. Orlando, FL 32814
• Maitland Middle School : 701 N Thistle Ln. Maitland, FL 32751 (North Central Orlando)
• Walker Middle School : 150 Amidon Ln. Orlando, FL 32809
• Westridge Middle School : 3800 W Oak Ridge Rd. Orlando, FL 32809

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We are the Y.

Job Responsibilities

• Communicates program and student information with other school administration, at Coordinator’s request.
• Take responsibility for the leadership and guidance of a group of participants.
• Acquaint children with rules, activities, daily scheduled, and traditions of the program.
• Take responsibility for the safety/welfare of each child.
• Remain in the immediate area assisting in supervision during all activities including aquatics.
• Assist with organizing, and implementing activity plans for special interest activities.
• Assist with assuring proper sign in/sign out procedures are followed.
• Keep accurate attendance and headcount
• Establish positive relationship with each child.
• Communicate progress of child to immediate supervisor.
• Monitor the needs of all children; treats each child with respect, dignity and as an individual.
• Report any suspicions of child abuse to Supervisor as required by Florida State Law.
• Follow medication and food allergy policy.
• Takes responsibility for all equipment and supplies used, helping maintain good working conditions, inventory and cleans-up after all activities.
• Assists in meeting and maintaining YMCA Before/ After School Best Practices.
• Reports all accidents to the Supervisor, and properly completes proper health log and/or accident/incident form.
• Attends required staff meetings and training sessions.
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness of entire facility and report broken equipment and/or possible safety hazards.
• Participate in special events.
• Keep accurate attendance and headcount
• Report all hours worked accurately and in a timely manner to Supervisor.
• Remain up to date on emergency procedures, as well as Middle Schools Program and County Public specific Schools policies.
• Direct or assist in the daily maintenance of the school and YMCA facility area, ensuring safety and cleanliness.
• Promote and represent the mission and core values of the YMCA of Central Florida in the Family Center and its programs.
• All other duties assigned by Management