Assistant Youth Mentor - Before/After School Enrichment

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Hatboro (Montgomery County); Sur place; USD 22 041 - 22 730; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Résumé du poste

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking an experienced childcare professional for the 2026-2027 school year, offering a pay range of $16.00 to $16.50 per hour. Ideal candidates are those passionate about developing kids in a fun and diverse environment.

You will implement curriculum and ensure positive adult/child interactions while maintaining an organized and supportive learning environment. Enjoy benefits such as a free membership and flexible scheduling as part of a dedicated team at this non-profit organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or enrollment in 2+ years of child development coursework.
• 2+ years verified child care experience.
• Prior experience working with children.

Responsabilités

• Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn.
• Implement curriculum for program, ensuring child-centered learning experiences.
• Provide quality and appropriate adult/child interactions.

Connaissances

Child development coursework

Child care experience

Communication skills

Positive reinforcement techniques

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

For the 2026-2027 School Year | $16.00-$16.50

We believe great minds are nurtured by great leaders. Is that you?

We are looking for an experienced professional passionate about bringing the best out in kids, connecting to our community and having fun!

Specific childcare site determined within interview.

Rewards

• 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!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or enrollment in 2+ years of child development coursework
• 2+ years verified child care experience
• Prior experience working with children (professional, volunteer, or familial)
• Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep up to date on trainings including but not limited to 6 hours of child care related trainings annually

Responsibilities

• Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn, while maintaining control of environments that build children’s self esteem
• Implement curriculum for program; ensuring child centered and developmentally appropriate learning experiences, including potentially overseeing classroom staff
• Providing quality and appropriate adult/child interactions through engagement, positive and encouraging feedback, and asking open ended questions
• Utilize positive reinforcement techniques for redirection as a form of behavior management
• Being patient and kind with our parents/guardians, communicating effectively and in a timely manner
• Accurately maintain daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, and allergy reports, as well as compliant paperwork within timesheets, incident reports, weekly reports, and child observation reports
• Ensure centers are maintained with quality learning materials, organized accordingly in labeled containers associated with appropriate learning center
• Attend team-planning meetings monthly or more as needed

What you can expect

• Support from an amazing team
• Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.

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.