After-School Enrichment Leader

Seattle YMCA; SeaTac (WA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Childcare discounts

Job summary

Seattle YMCA is seeking BAS E instructors to guide elementary-age participants through sports, arts, STEM and hands‑on activities at a BASE program, fostering teamwork, SEL and skill-building in a safe, caring environment.

You will support learning, encourage creativity, physical activity and FUN while upholding Y values and policies; roles start 8/24 at multiple Northwest locations with varied hours and on‑site duties.

Qualifications

• 16 years of age or older; 18+ preferred.
• 1–2 years’ experience with children in camps, childcare, tutoring, or nannying.
• Ability to model Y values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
• Experience planning and implementing group activities.
• Pre-employment TB tests and MMR vaccination; Concentra options available at no cost.
• High school diploma or equivalent or current enrollment in HS or equivalent.
• Completion of STARS training and CPR/First Aid Training.
• Cleared MERIT background check; training timelines as specified.

Responsibilities

• Implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the YMCA curriculum.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure health, safety, and positive experiences.
• May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing groups of children.
• Professionally communicates day-to-day, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians.
• Follows YMCA policies including medical, disciplinary, abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Assists in maintaining a developmentally appropriate site appearance and cleanliness.
• May prepare and serve snacks; cleans snack area.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth engagement

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Language skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Seattle YMCA is seeking BAS E instructors to guide elementary-age participants through sports, arts, STEM and hands‑on activities at a BASE program, fostering teamwork, SEL and skill-building in a safe, caring environment.

You will support learning, encourage creativity, physical activity and FUN while upholding Y values and policies; roles start 8/24 at multiple Northwest locations with varied hours and on‑site duties.