Learn & Play Specialist - Northwest

YMCA of Southern Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership for employee, one

12% Employer funded retirement plan

One hour of sick time accrued per 30h

50% off YMCA programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Southern Arizona is seeking a Learn & Play Specialist at the Northwest YMCA. This part-time, hourly role supports youth development by providing a safe, learning atmosphere and culturally relevant activities for children.

You will implement developmentally appropriate programs, foster belonging, engage families, and help maintain a safe, organized environment while following YMCA guidelines and training requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications or completion within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Six months of experience with multiple children in a recreational setting.
• Completion of assigned online training upon hire and periodically thereafter.
• Ability to plan age-appropriate activities and work with diverse populations.
• ADA understanding and inclusion commitment.
• Availability Monday through Saturday.

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate activities aligned with YMCA values.
• Nurture children and foster belonging through purposeful programming.
• Engage children and support ADA accommodations as needed.
• Communicate with parents and connect them with YMCA resources.
• Maintain program site, records, and inventory.
• Attend program events, training, and staff meetings.
• Ensure safety, report concerns, and follow abuse reporting guidelines.

Skills

Communication with parents

Activity planning

adaptability

Education

HS diploma or GED

Early Education degree preferred

Job description

FLSA Status: Part-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $17.00/hour

Location(s): Northwest YMCA

LEARN & PLAY SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Learn & Play Specialist supports the work of the YMCA of Southern Arizona, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is responsible for the monitoring of children while providing a safe, learning atmosphere.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A LEARN & PLAY SPECIALIST:

• Implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values and character development.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• Actively engages children during all program activities and including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents.
• Engages parents and volunteers to connect them to the YMCA.
• Assist with maintaining program site and equipment to ensure it is hazard-free, clean and well organized.
• Assist with maintaining required program records and inventory of materials.
• Attends and participates in program activities, events, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of consumers by maintaining professional boundaries, completing required abuse risk management training, following procedures for high-risk activities and supervision, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations, and adhering to mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Adhere to guidelines applicable to Child and Adult Care Food Program.
• Obtain at least eighteen (18) hours of training and/or course work annually within childcare field.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS OF A LEARN & PLAY SPECIALIST:

• At Least 18 years of age
• Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications or completion within thirty (30) days of hire
• High school degree or GED
• At least six months of experience working with multiple children in a recreational setting
• CDA, NAC, CCP, Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in Early Education or closely related field preferred
• Completion of assigned online training upon date of hire and periodically thereafter.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities
• Previous experience with diverse populations and/or the ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
• Understands the YMCA of Southern Arizona is a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Availability Monday through Saturday (times based on program needs)

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA membership for employee, one additional adult and all the employee's dependents under age 24, living in the household
• 12% Employer funded retirement plan (once eligible)
• One (1) hour of sick time accrued for every thirty (30) hours worked (can use up to forty (40) hours per year)
• 50% off YMCA of Southern Arizona programs (including swim lessons, camp registrations, sports programs, personal training packages, child care and more!)

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.