Enrichment Instructor

Family YMCA of the Desert; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Family YMCA of the Desert in Palm Desert, CA is seeking an Enrichment Staff member for part-time daytime programming. The role supports enriching activities for children, youth, and residents in affordable housing communities under supervision.

You will help plan and lead educational, cultural, and recreational activities while ensuring safety and inclusivity. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, 18+ years old, and experience with children or families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college coursework in education, child development, recreation, or related field preferred.
• Experience with children, youth, or families in educational, recreational, or social service settings preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, leading, and implementing daily enrichment, educational, recreational, and cultural activities for children and youth.
• Ensure activities are age-appropriate, inclusive, and supportive of participants’ developmental needs.
• Maintain a safe environment by following safety guidelines and supervising group activities.
• Build positive relationships with residents, youth, families, and community partners.
• Support program goals related to academic enrichment, health and wellness, financial education, and community building.
• Maintain attendance, enrollment, and activity records as required.
• Participate in training, staff meetings, and professional development.
• Assist with program events, family engagement nights, and community-building activities.
• Maintain staff-to-student ratio of 1:20 at all times.
• Serve as a role model and communicate with participants in a positive manner.

Education

High school diploma

Some college coursework

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Palm Desert, CA 92211

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.50

HourlyTravel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Enrichment Staff supports the work of the organization by providing high-quality enrichment and educational programming for children, youth, and residents living in affordable housing communities. Under the direction of the Program Services Supervisor, Enrichment Staff create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that fosters learning, social development, and community connection.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Assist in planning, leading, and implementing daily enrichment, educational, recreational, and cultural activities for children and youth.
• Ensure that all activities are age-appropriate, inclusive, and supportive of participants’ developmental needs.
• Maintain a safe environment for all participants by following safety guidelines, supervising group activities, and addressing behavioral issues as needed.
• Build positive, professional relationships with residents, youth, families, and community partners.
• Support program goals related to academic enrichment, health and wellness, financial education, and community building.
• Maintain accurate attendance, enrollment, and activity records as required.
• Participate in training, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with program events, family engagement nights, and community-building activities.
• Assures the staff to student ratio of 1:20 at all times.
• Works directly with participants to maintain interest in the program.
• Maintains appropriate physical and behavioral limits while providing an enjoyable and safe environment.
• Promotes the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Supervises children at all times during scheduled program rotation.
• Serve as a role model, demonstrating respect, responsibility, and positive behavior at all times
• Immediately advises supervisor of any concerns regarding program participants.
• Communicates with program participants in a positive manner at all times.
• Communicates with Supervisor in advance if unable to attend assigned schedule and arranges for a qualified replacement instructor if possible.
• Leadership – Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Company values and represents departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers
• Customer Service – Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
• Teamwork - Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers
• Safety – Comply with established safe work practices and attend to all safety-related training provided or made available by the Company.
• Other duties as assigned

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework in education, child development, recreation, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with children, youth, or families in educational, recreational, or social service settings preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old

Required Technical / Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to pass a background check and TB test.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow supervision
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse populations and create an inclusive environment.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Child abuse training certification must be completed within 2 weeks of hire and maintained every two years.
• Harassment training certification must be completed within 2 weeks of hire and maintained every two years.