Assistant Youth Mentor - Before/After School Enrichment

Philaymca; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 22,041 - 22,730; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Job summary

Philaymca is hiring a childcare professional for the 2026-2027 School Year, offering a salary of $16.00-$16.50 per hour. This role requires a passion for supporting children's growth and involvement in community.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 2 years of verified childcare experience, and be able to maintain effective communication with parents. Benefits include a free YMCA membership and discounts on childcare programs.

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.
• Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment.
• Ability to pass relevant clearances and complete annual child care training.

Responsibilities

• Help kids learn while maintaining a supportive environment.
• Implement child-centered curriculum and oversee classroom staff.
• Provide positive adult/child interactions and maintain records.
• Attend monthly team-planning meetings.

Skills

Child care experience

Effective communication

Positive reinforcement techniques

Engagement with children

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2+ years of child development coursework

Job description

Spring Valley YMCA, 19 W Linfield Trappe Rd, Royersford, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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

• Spring Valley YMCA
• Brooke Elementary School
• Evans Elementary School
• Evergreen Elementary School
• Limerick Elementary School
• Oaks Elementary School
• Royersford Elementary School
• South Elementary School
• Spring City Elementary School
• Upper Providence Elementary School

Benefits:

• Free YMCA membership – access to all branches!
• 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

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.