Before and After School Instructor-Sammamish

YMCA of Greater Seattle

Sammamish (WA)

On-site

USD 29,342 - 30,996

Part time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Mental health resources

Paid time off (PTO)

Discounts on YMCA programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking part-time BASE instructors to guide elementary students through sports, arts, STEM, and hands-on learning at various elementary sites. This onsite role emphasizes safe, caring environments outside the classroom.

You will help teach teamwork and social-emotional skills while promoting skill-building, creativity, physical activity, and fun. BASE hours vary by location, with a start date of 8/24 and after-school programming available.

Qualifications

1-2 years of experience with children in camps, childcare, tutoring, or nannying.
Completion of minimum STARS required training.
CPR/First Aid Training/ certification.
Background check via MERIT or equivalent.
Ability to model YMCA values: caring, respect, responsibility, honesty.

Responsibilities

Implements developmentally appropriate activities aligned with YMCA Youth Development goals.
Supervises children to ensure health and safety and a positive experience.
May guide staff/volunteers overseeing groups of children.
Communicates with parents/guardians about day-to-day activities and issues.
Follows YMCA policies, including safety, abuse prevention, and emergency procedures.
Maintains clean and inviting site appearance and logistics.
Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years of experience with children

CPR/First Aid training

TB tests and MMR vaccination compliance

Teamwork and communication

Job description

We have a strong commitment to equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Overview

Hiring Range: $21.30-22.50/hr DOE

Must be 16 years or older to apply.

Tell me about this job!

In this role, you will guide elementary age participants through sports, arts, STEM, and other hands-on learning activities at a Y Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) program which is designed to provide a safe and caring place for students outside of the classroom. You will help teach teamwork and social emotional learning to kids as they grow and learn all while encouraging skill building, creative exploration, physical activity, and most of all, fun.

BASE instructors will start 8/24.

Hiring for the following Locations

Blackwell Elementary, Dickinson Elementary, McAuliffe Elementary, Alcott Elementary, Mead Elementary, Smith Elementary

This is a Part-Time Onsite Position.

Hours Vary by School/Location

Monday - Friday 6:45am - Start of School

Monday - Friday End of School - 6pm

The Y provides full day programming on non-school days and early release days.

What You'll Get From Working At The Y

Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs. 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff

MMR Vaccination Required

Licensed School Age Programs require Mumps, Measles and Rubella immunization in accordance with Department of Children, Youth and Family requirments.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

Implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.
Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children.
Professionally communicates day-to-day, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
Assists in maintaining developmentally appropriate site including appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.
May prepare and serve snacks. Cleans snack area.
Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

What we're looking for in an applicant

16 years of age or older, 18 or older is preferred.
1-2 years’ experience with children; camps, childcare, tutoring, or nannying.
Ability to model and demonstrate Y values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
Experience planning and implementing group activities.
We require pre‑employment TB tests and MMR vaccination. To make this process convenient for our new hires, we offer Concentra options at no cost to you.
High school diploma or equivalent, or be currently enrolled in high school or an equivalent education program.
Completion of minimum STARS required training, CPR/First Aid Training*
Cleared Portable Background Check in the statewide registry MERIT.**
At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 30 days after employment.)
At hire, or during onboarding for position.

Preferred Education/Experience

Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you

Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
Are very adaptable.
Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
Truly enjoy being of service to people.
Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

Our Mission

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

YMCA of Greater Seattle's Core Values

Respect
Responsibility
Honesty
Caring
Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

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