Afterschool Enrichment Coach

Seattle YMCA; Sammamish (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Individual YMCA membership

Mental health resources

Paid time off (PTO)

Discounts on YMCA programs

Job summary

The Seattle YMCA is hiring part‑time BASE instructors to guide elementary students through sports, arts, STEM and hands‑on learning at multiple elementary sites. This onsite role emphasizes teamwork, safety and positive student experiences, with hours Monday–Friday mornings and afternoons.

BASE instructors start 8/24. Benefits include YMCA membership, mental health resources, PTO accrual, and childcare discounts for eligible staff. Vaccination requirements apply per program policy.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older to apply.
• 1-2 years’ experience with children; camps, childcare, tutoring, or nannying.
• Ability to model and demonstrate YMCA values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
• Experience planning and implementing group activities.
• TB tests and MMR vaccination required; Concentra options at no cost to you.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or be currently enrolled in high school or an equivalent education program.
• Completion of minimum STARS training, CPR/First Aid Training
• Cleared MERIT background check.
• Knowledge of diverse populations and willingness to learn languages other than English may be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
• May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children.
• Professionally communicates day‑to‑day, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Assists in maintaining developmentally appropriate site including appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.
• May prepare and serve snacks. Cleans snack area.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

TB tests and MMR vaccination

Completion of minimum STARS required training, CPR/First Aid Training

Cleared Portable Background Check in MERIT

Job description

The Seattle YMCA is hiring part‑time BASE instructors to guide elementary students through sports, arts, STEM and hands‑on learning at multiple elementary sites. This onsite role emphasizes teamwork, safety and positive student experiences, with hours Monday–Friday mornings and afternoons.

BASE instructors start 8/24. Benefits include YMCA membership, mental health resources, PTO accrual, and childcare discounts for eligible staff. Vaccination requirements apply per program policy.