Evening Youth Dance & Arts Instructor

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

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles invites applications for a Part Time Instructor (Youth Programs) at the Weingart YMCA Wellness and Aquatic Center in Los Angeles, CA. You will build positive relationships with children, deliver curriculum, and support families in a safe, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include supervising groups, guiding activities, and engaging parents as volunteers, following safety policies, ADA compliance, and YMCA mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Semester units in child development, human services, or related fields are preferred.
• Experience working with school-age children in group settings is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and positive, authentic relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Nurtures children through purposeful programming to build achievement and belonging.
• Maintain close supervision of groups, adhering to staff-to-child ratios.
• Use positive behavior guidance and constructive discipline based on safe, logical consequences.
• Engage parents and volunteers, connecting them to YMCA activities.
• Follow safety, program, and ADA compliance policies at all times.
• Plan and implement classes with clear topics and skill mastery, ending in a showcase.
• Attend trainings and meetings; uphold YMCA values and policies.

Skills

Strong character values

Strong communication skills

Emotional maturity

Ability to engage families

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Semester units in CD or human services

First Aid & CPR knowledge

Y-USA Leader Certification (preferred)

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification (Adult/Child)

Job description

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles invites applications for a Part Time Instructor (Youth Programs) at the Weingart YMCA Wellness and Aquatic Center in Los Angeles, CA. You will build positive relationships with children, deliver curriculum, and support families in a safe, inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include supervising groups, guiding activities, and engaging parents as volunteers, following safety policies, ADA compliance, and YMCA mission.