Arts and Humanities Program Instructor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Havertown (Delaware County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Havertown seeks an Arts and Humanities Program Instructor to connect with participants while fostering a supportive environment. Candidates must be at least 16 years old, possess strong communication skills, and have some high school education. Responsibilities include providing a safe environment, evaluating participant skills, and supervising activities. This role offers personal growth within a positive team atmosphere that aims to strengthen the community.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Ability to connect with participants at their level of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and encouraging environment for program participants.
• Evaluate program skills and complete progress reports.
• Supervise program participants and participate in all aspects of the program.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Some high school

Job description

About This Role

Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for an Arts and Humanities Program Instructor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y – it's awesome!

Requirements

• 16+ years of age
• Some high school
• Have strong communication skills with desire to meet everyone at their level of experience

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, encouraging, and supportive environment that allows members and participants to learn YMCA programs and have an enjoyable Arts & Humanities program experience.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled class and be prepared with equipment set up and ready to begin at scheduled time.
• Evaluate program skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents; complete incident reports; take attendance.
• Assist in the instruction of program skills and character development objectives and techniques in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Provide supervision to program participants and actively participate in all aspects of the program.
• Manage participant behavior using a collaborative approach with supervision and parents.
• Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine program participants’ skills.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

What you can expect

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow.
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger.
• Great members to work with every day!

Equal Opportunity Employer

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.