Instructor, Other Programs - Mandarin Classes

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles in Monrovia, CA is seeking an Instructor for Youth Programs to build positive relationships with children, support curriculum, and foster a sense of achievement and belonging within families.

You'll supervise groups, promote safe, inclusive activities, connect with parents, and participate in trainings and staff meetings. This part-time role offers hourly pay from $18.47 to $22.00 and requires commitment to core YMCA values.

Qualifications

• AGE: Eighteen years or older.
• EDUCATION: high school diploma or equivalent.
• EXPERIENCE: experience with school-age children; group settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Nurture children through purposeful programming focused on achievement and belonging.
• Provide close supervision according to program ratios.
• Use positive behavior management and constructive discipline.
• Engage parents and involve them as volunteers.
• Attend meetings and trainings; follow YMCA policies.

Skills

Strong character values

Communication skills

Emotional maturity

Plan and lead activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CD/human services coursework

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Monrovia, CA 91016Position Type: Part Time (up to 29 hours)Salary Range: $18.47 - $22.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: After SchoolJob Category: Youth Programs - Youth Development.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social impact, The Instructor (youth programs) creates positive, nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers, staff, and partners. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs/classes and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall program experience. Provides direction to support children in the classroom, and teaches curriculum that is focused on mastering specific skills. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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 American with Disabilities Act (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 in accordance YMCA expectations.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
• 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. Follows reporting procedures and proactively responds to situations to ensure a safe environment for all involved.
• Understands and complies with current federal, state, local regulations, and YMCA policies and procedures at all time.
• Maintains positive relationship with parents, other YMCA team members and community partners. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
• Attend meetings and trainings, as needed.
• Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
• Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
• Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

AdvancingOurMission&Cause:

Competencies Include:Change Leadership, Engaging Community, Philanthropy,&Volunteerism

BuildingRelationships:

Competencies Include:Collaboration, Communication&Influence,&Inclusion

LeadingOperations:

Competencies Include:Critical Thinking&DecisionMaking, Fiscal Management, Functional Expertise, Innovation,&Program/Project Management

Developing&InspiringOthers:

Competencies Include:Emotional Maturity&DevelopingSelf&Others

While all competencies are significant, the following are critical to success in this position:

• Engaging Community
• Inclusion
• Functional Expertise
• Developing Self& Others

Qualifications

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• RELATEDEXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with school age children in a group setting (preferred). Ability to plan, organize and implement age appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities around a specific area of focus (arts&humanities, sports skills, etc.). Previous experience with diverse populations preferred. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• SPECIALIZEDSKILLS: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.

WORKENVIRONMENT/MINIMUMPHYSICALREQUIREMENTS

• You must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities.
• Job is performed in indoor as well as outdoor environments throughout the year.
• Job does include water-related activities.
• Ability to lift 30-35lbs

Req# 4685