Arts and Humanities Program Instructor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking an Arts and Humanities Program Instructor to make a positive impact on our community. Applicants should be 16+ years old and possess strong communication skills to connect with participants effectively.

In this role, you'll create a supportive environment for learning, assist in instruction, and ensure a safe experience for all participants. The YMCA offers an amazing team, a flexible schedule, and a commitment to community strengthening.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and supportive environment for participants.
• Prepare for classes with equipment set up ready to begin on time.
• Evaluate program skills and complete progress reports.
• Assist in instruction per YMCA standards.
• Supervise participants and actively participate in programs.
• Manage participant behavior using collaborative approaches.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Some high school

Job description

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.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• 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!

What is needed for this job:

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

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

• Provide a safe environment, encouraging, and supportive environment that allows members and participants to learn YMCA programs and have an enjoyable YMCA Arts and 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 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 non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
• Great members to work with every day!

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you!