Creative Enrichment Lead – Kids Programs

YMCA of San Diego County; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of San Diego County is seeking an Enrichment Leader to supervise and support a group of students aged 3-5, assisting with homework and enrichment activities. You will plan hands-on activities across arts, science, cooking, and sports, while ensuring safety and fostering creativity.

The role requires a positive role model and adaptability to a dynamic school-year schedule. Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, guiding online learning, and maintaining a welcoming environment

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Interest in working with groups of children ages 5–12 from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to lead in two or more areas such as arts, crafts, drama, sports, science or cooking.
• Completion of Child Abuse Prevention training prior to working with participants.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification for Adult and Child/Infant within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and implementing the daily program per YMCA policies.
• Plan and implement lesson plans in arts & crafts, cooking, science, engineering, sports, drama, etc.
• Support and guide students with distance learning and homework completion.
• Create an age-appropriate learning environment that fosters creativity and individuality.
• Actively supervise participants to ensure safety and positive guidance.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, students and families.
• Respond to the needs of individual students and adjust activities.
• Be prepared for activities and adhere to schedule; serve as a role model.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to program improvements.
• Provide behavior guidance aligned with developmental needs and safety standards.

Skills

Arts & crafts

Drama

Science

Sports

Team building

Cooking

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/AED and First Aid certification (Adult & Child/Infant)

Child Abuse Prevention training

Job description

YMCA of San Diego County is seeking an Enrichment Leader to supervise and support a group of students aged 3-5, assisting with homework and enrichment activities. You will plan hands-on activities across arts, science, cooking, and sports, while ensuring safety and fostering creativity.

The role requires a positive role model and adaptability to a dynamic school-year schedule. Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, guiding online learning, and maintaining a welcoming environment