Dynamic Youth Programs Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles in Montebello, CA is seeking an Instructor (Youth Programs) for part-time roles up to 29 hours per week. The position offers a wage range of $18.47–$23.00 per hour and focuses on nurturing children, promoting belonging, and building skills through structured activities.

The role requires you to supervise groups, manage behavior positively, coordinate with parents, and deliver developmentally appropriate curricula.

Qualifications

• AGE: Eighteen years or older.
• EDUCATION: high school diploma or equivalent.
• UNITS: Completed semester units in CD, human services, or related fields preferred based on topic to lead.
• RELATED EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with school age children in a group setting (preferred).
• SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Strong character values (respect, responsibility, honesty, caring); strong communication skills; emotional maturity.
• LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: Current approved First Aid; Adult, Infant and Child CPR Certifications within 60 days of hire; Completion of child abuse prevention training prior to first day in program; Y-USA Leader Certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• Maintains close visual supervision of a group of assigned children, following ratios based on specific program/class.
• No child is left unsupervised or staff alone with a child at any time while attending program/class.
• Help children manage behavior using a positive approach, including proactive strategies, redirection and using constructive discipline with natural and logical consequences.
• Actively supports the YMCA is committed to inclusion and compliance with the ADA where appropriate.
• Planning and implementing classes based on a specific topic and skill mastery, culminating in an exposition/showcase at the end of the session.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards, maintains site and equipment, and maintains required program records.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents.
• Attends and participates in family events, program activities, staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
• Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and staff.

Skills

Strong character values

Strong communication skills

Emotional maturity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles in Montebello, CA is seeking an Instructor (Youth Programs) for part-time roles up to 29 hours per week. The position offers a wage range of $18.47–$23.00 per hour and focuses on nurturing children, promoting belonging, and building skills through structured activities.

The role requires you to supervise groups, manage behavior positively, coordinate with parents, and deliver developmentally appropriate curricula.