Enrichment Teacher — Before & After School (Flexible Hours)

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Retirement fund contributions

Training and development programs

Job summary

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking a Before and After School Enrichment Teacher in Carroll County to lead enriching programs for school-aged children. In this role, you will develop and deliver engaging activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for the children.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant training hours, and experience in childcare. We offer a competitive pay, benefits, and a growth-oriented work environment. If you are passionate about supporting children’s development, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate and listen effectively to children and parents.
• Experience in a childcare, recreational, or educational setting.
• Understanding of licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver before and after school programming.
• Create an enrichment-based environment for school-aged children.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children.

Skills

Interest in the well-being of school age children

Effective communication

Enthusiasm

Patience

Good judgment

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

45 training hours in School Age Curriculum

45 training hours in Growth and Development

400 hours of supervisory experience

Job description

How this role contributes to the Y’s mission:

As a Senior Youth Specialist/Teacher for the Before & After School Enrichment program, you will participate in the development and delivery of fun & healthy before and after school programming for a group of school-aged children. You will contribute to the creation of an enrichment-based environment through teaching and leading that results in happy children. As a Senior Youth Specialist, you’ll contribute to the Y movement by providing enrichment activities to youth and peace of mind to their parents and guardians by knowing their children are safe while they are at work.

This work is right for you if you have:

• An interest in the well-being of school age children, enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
• The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children parents/guardians, members, school administration and other Y associates
• A high school diploma, certificate of high school equivalence or completed courses for credit from a college or university
• Your 45 training hours in School Age Curriculum or 1800 hours of experience working with school age children
• Your 45 training hours in Growth and Development
• A minimum of 400 hours of supervisory experience in a childcare, recreational, or educational setting, or completed one year of college, or a combination of the these
• Office of Child Care licensing requirements to include: ADA, Health and Safety and communication
• The ability to be flexible and work at multiple locations