Jobs

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the School Age Child Care & Preschool Director and/or Enrichment & Camp Coordinator, the Preschool Lead Teacher is responsible for the implementation of all classroom activities. This includes maintaining the physical appearance of the classroom to meet the YMCA standards. Will supervise and train teachers’ assistants to comply with the YMCA’s policies and philosophy of education. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. Hours Tuesday and Thursday 8AM-Noon. Before and Aftercare hours are also available for this position. M-F 6-8AM and until 6PM Monday-Friday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide quality programming and serve as a role model to staff and participants.
• Supervise the children, the classroom, and all activities.
• Share and discuss lesson plans with the classroom team and supervise their performance as related to the curriculum and program philosophy.
• Make ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Conduct parent conferences and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers.
• Communicate with elementary school staff with professionalism and respect.
• Adhere to all Geneva Lakes Family YMCA disciplinary policies and communicate with children on a consistent basis regarding all expectations.
• Follow Geneva Lakes Family YMCA and the elementary school’s emergency procedures to ensure the safety of all children.
• Communicate with the Enrichment & Camp Coordinator and/or School Age Child Care and Camp Director regarding any emergency concerns or situations.
• Maintain a clean and well-organized work and program space at all times.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary.
• Uphold and exemplify the policies and guidelines of the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA and the elementary school at all times.
• Ensure licensing compliance with Wisconsin DCF 252.

Under the supervision and guidance of the Montessori Director, the After Care Staff is responsible for the supervision of children in our Montessori after care program. This is a school-year position requiring approximately 20 hours per week depending on classroom schedule position. 12:30-4PM M-F. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. Under the supervision and guidance of the School-Age Child Care & Preschool Director, the extended care staff is responsible for the supervision of children and execution of the Y BASE program. Central Denison PM Care 3:30-6 M-F. Under the supervision and guidance of the School-Age Child Care & Preschool Director, the Care Staff is responsible for the supervision of children in our Montessori after care program. Locations: Central Denison. Position can include School Day Out Camps at the YMCA. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. This position will start the day at Montessori and then walk across the street to finish the work day at Central Denison.

Works with the head coach on the daily operations with the competitive swimming programs. Helps the head coach in developing, organizing and implementing high-quality, member-focused YMCA competitive programs.

GENEVA LAKES FAMILY YMCA

Job Title: Athletic Field Maintenance Worker                                        

Salary: Hourly: Part-Time Grade 1                                                              

Reports to: Sports Operations Director - Pay $12/Hour

Revision Date: October 2025

Concessions Staff

Position Summary

Under direction from the Sports Operations Director, will prepare and maintain athletic fields for league games during the week as well as weekend tournaments. 

Under the supervision and guidance of the School-Age Child Care & Preschool Director, the extended care staff is responsible for the supervision of children and execution of the Y BASE program. This is a school-year position requiring approximately 22.5 hours per week. Central Denison/Star Center AM Care 6:30-8:30 M-F |PM Care 3:30-6 M-F. Under the supervision and guidance of the School-Age Child Care & Preschool Director, the Care Staff is responsible for the supervision of children in our before/after care programs. Locations: Central Denison. Position can include School Day Out Camps at the YMCA. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

Under the direction of the Child Watch Coordinator, the Child Watch Staff are responsible for providing safe and nurturing child care for all children entering the YMCA Child Watch in harmony with the mission statement and policies of the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA. Monday-Wednesday 4:15-7:30PM.

POSITION SUMMARY

Facilitate rock climbing programs while assuring safe climbing conditions and observation areas in harmony with the

mission statement and policies of the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA.

Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

Concessions Staff

Position Summary

The Concessions Staff are responsible for maintaining operations and assisting customers at the concession stand at Veterans Park in Lake Geneva. This position assists in setting the example and ensuring the highest-level customer experience and reports to the Concessions Manager and/or Sports Operations Director. Hours will primarily be evenings Monday – Friday 4:30 pm to 8 pm and some weekend day/evening shifts for any tournaments.

As a Custodian Worker, you will perform the necessary functions and activities required to maintain a clean and pleasing appearance of the building - providing a quality experience focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Represents the YMCA and self in a professional manner of safety and fun. Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the facility as it pertains to member perception and membership and program growth and retention. A detailed daily checklist of cleaning duties will be followed.

Under the supervision and guidance of the School Age Child Care & Preschool Director, the Enrichment Leader is responsible for the supervision of children and execution of the Y BASE program. This is a school-year position requiring approximately 10-25 hours per week dependent on your position. This will also include School Day Out days at the YMCA. 6AM-8:30AM and 3:30PM-6PM.

Facilities Director:

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the Facilities Director is responsible for the overall maintenance, operation, and preventative maintenance, facility projects, vendor contracts, building Inspections, and compliance improvement of the YMCA’s buildings, aquatic systems, equipment, and grounds. This position ensures that all facilities are clean, safe, functional, and aligned with the YMCA's mission, core values, and standards for excellence and member experience.

The Facilities Director plays a key leadership role in maintaining aquatic facilities, including pool water chemistry, filtration systems, HVAC controls, and safety checks to support aquatic programming and ensure compliance with all health department requirements. As part of the YMCA’s leadership team, the Facilities Director supports organizational goals through stewardship of resources, collaboration with program directors, and ensuring a welcoming, well-maintained environment for members, staff, and guests.

Oversees all daily mechanical repairs to the YMCA facility and grounds.  Recruits, hires, trains, and manages all maintenance department staff.  Responsible for the overall cleanliness and good repair of the facility as it pertains to member perception and membership, and program growth and retention.

We are looking for an energetic fitness professional able to assist our Fitness Director in operating the Wellness Department. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Interacts with new and existing members to help them in achieving their health and well-being goals. Creates a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and serves our members and community as a whole, through our YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

Under the supervision and guidance of the Montessori Director, the After Care Staff is responsible for the supervision of children in our Montessori after care program. This is a school-year position requiring approximately 18.5 hours per week depending on classroom schedule position. 7-10AM and/or Monday and Friday 12:30-4PM. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

We are looking for an energetic Personal Trainer who can help assist in the operations of the Wellness Department. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This fitness professional interacts with new and existing members to help them achieve their health and wellness goals. This Personal Trainer creates a welcoming environment for all members of all backgrounds and abilities. Need for evening and weekend trainers. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

We are looking for a certified Rock Steady Boxing Coach able to lead our Rock Steady Boxing Program with our community's Parkinson’s participants.  If you are interested but not RSB certified, the YMCA will send and pay for you to attend the Rock Steady Boxing coach certification course held in Indianapolis, IN. If the YMCA invests in this individual, they will enter into an agreement for a specific length of time and a commitment of leading a minimum of 2-3 classes per week.  Must be a certified Personal Trainer. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

Safety Around Water Instructor Job Description

Our SAW Instructors maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and serves our members and community as a whole, through our YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

This program teaches children the skills on how to be safe in and around water. We partner with area schools to provide opportunities for all Walworth County second graders to participate in this program FREE thanks to a generous grant by Kikkoman Foods. To learn more or to register during the school year, please email [email protected]. M-F 9-10AM or 12-2:15PM.

As a SAW Swim Instructor, you will play a vital role in promoting water safety and teaching swimming skills to individuals of all ages. Your energetic approach and passion for swimming will inspire students to develop confidence in the water while ensuring their safety and enjoyment. You will be responsible for creating engaging lesson plans, maintaining the pool environment, and providing exceptional guest services.

What you’ll do

• Conduct swimming lessons for various skill levels, ensuring a fun and safe learning environment
• Develop personalized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and goals
• Monitor pool activities to ensure safety and adherence to all safety protocols
• Perform routine pool maintenance, including cleaning and chemical balancing
• Provide first aid and CPR assistance as needed, demonstrating your commitment to student safety
• Engage with guests to enhance their experience, answering questions and providing support
• Assist with heavy lifting tasks related to pool equipment setup and maintenance
• Collaborate with fellow instructors to create a positive team atmosphere

GENEVA LAKES FAMILY YMCA

Job Title: Senior Youth & Family Director

Salary: Full-Time Grade 10 I Pay: $54-58.5K Annually- Experience considered.

Reports to: Associate Executive Director                                                                

Revision Date: October 2025
Location: Geneva Lakes Family YMCA

Senior Youth & Family Director:

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Associate Executive Director, the Senior Youth & Family Director is a key leadership role responsible for developing, implementing, and supervising high-quality programs that strengthen youth, families, and the overall community. This position provides strategic oversight and direct leadership to multiple program areas, including Youth Programs, Family Programs, Child Watch, YBase, Preschool Programs, and Camp operations, ensuring alignment with the YMCA mission, values, and safety standards. The Senior Youth & Family Director leads and mentors a team of program directors and coordinators, including the School Age Childcare and Preschool Director, Camp Director, and Montessori Director, to deliver meaningful and impactful experiences for children, teens, and families. This role collaborates closely with executive leadership to achieve association goals, manages departmental budgets, drives membership and program participation, and maintains high standards of staff training, child protection, and program quality. The ideal candidate is a mission-driven, relationship-focused leader who excels in collaboration, communication, and creative program development. They demonstrate strong organizational management skills, experience supervising multi-program departments, and a passion for nurturing youth and strengthening families. Develops and implements comprehensive program plans that nurture the potential of youth, teens, and families. Incumbent must role model the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and work daily to develop relationships with members, participants, staff, and others.

The Y is a leading nonprofit for strengthening community, and the nation’s larger provider of swim lessons to increase skill and safety in and around water. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures and serves our members and community as a whole, through our YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Free family YMCA membership for applicants household if hired. 

GENEVA LAKES FAMILY YMCA

Job Title: Youth Baseball/Softball Umpire

Salary: Hourly: Part-Time Grade 1                                                              

Reports to: Sports Operations Director - Pay $25/Game or $50/Game if travel

Revision Date: October 2025

Umpires

Position Summary

Under the supervision and guidance of the Sports Operations Director or Baseball/Softball League Supervisor, the umpire’s position is to officiate the game from beginning to end, enforcing the rules of the game, making judgment calls on plays, and handling disciplinary actions. 

GENEVA LAKES FAMILY YMCA

Job Title: Sports Coordinator                                                                       

Salary: Hourly: Part-Time Grade 1                                                              

Reports to: Sports Operations Director - Pay $10/Hour

Revision Date: October 2025

Concessions Staff

Position Summary

Help develop, organize, and implement high-quality youth/adult sports programs and maintain program fields under the direction of the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA’s Sports Director.