Elementary After-School Enrichment Lead

Seattle YMCA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Medical, Dental, Vision, Lifeinsurance

Retirement with employer contributions

Mental health resources

PTO from hire

Discounts on YMCA programs

Job summary

The Seattle YMCA is hiring for a full-time, onsite Lead Instructor to guide elementary-age participants in a Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) program. You will support a program supervisor, teach teamwork and social-emotional skills, and help run the Play Everyday Program during midday sessions at school sites.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising children, coordinating with staff and parents, and ensuring safety and program quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with children (camps, child care, tutoring, etc).
• Ability to model Y values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
• Experience planning and implementing group activities.
• Completion of minimum STARS required training and CPR/First aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement culturally relevant activities within the Y curriculum.
• Supervise a group of children ensuring health and safety.
• Provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing groups of children.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about day-to-day operations.
• Adhere to YMCA policies, including medical, disciplinary and safety procedures.
• Maintain site appearance and cleanliness; assist with snacks and check-in/out.

Skills

Experience with children

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

GED or high school diploma

12 college credits

STARS training

CPR/First aid certification

Job description

The Seattle YMCA is hiring for a full-time, onsite Lead Instructor to guide elementary-age participants in a Before and After-School Enrichment (BASE) program. You will support a program supervisor, teach teamwork and social-emotional skills, and help run the Play Everyday Program during midday sessions at school sites.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising children, coordinating with staff and parents, and ensuring safety and program quality.