Arts & Humanities Advanced Program Lead — Impactful Youth

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Lionville (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid holidays & generous PTO

Babysitting while you work (up to 4h/d

12% retirement employer contribution

403B retirement plan available

Continuing education reimbursement

Tuition discounts (Chestnut Hill & Imf

Career development & paid training

Referral bonus starting at $300

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking passionate individuals to plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate activities and skill-building sessions for participants, fostering safe, engaging, and value-driven programs. This role emphasizes enthusiastic leadership and clear communication with families to ensure successful experiences.

You will maintain records, supervise equipment, and promote additional YMCA programs while adhering to all policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age with high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1-year prior teaching or instructional experience in an arts area.
• Training and qualifications in the specialized instruction area.
• Demonstrate ability to develop and teach skills.
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs.
• Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and leads specific activities, routines and/or games for all participants.
• Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in program.
• Organizes and maintains program records including, but not limited to attendance records, rosters, etc.
• Manages all equipment.
• Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
• Communicates effectively and timely with program participants and parents.
• Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
• Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person.
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Technology use

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking passionate individuals to plan, organize, and lead age-appropriate activities and skill-building sessions for participants, fostering safe, engaging, and value-driven programs. This role emphasizes enthusiastic leadership and clear communication with families to ensure successful experiences.

You will maintain records, supervise equipment, and promote additional YMCA programs while adhering to all policies and safety standards.