South County - Afterschool Childcare Staff

YMCA of OC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Orange County is seeking Part-Time and Full-Time Childcare Assistants and Teachers for its Irvine location. Ideal candidates will facilitate curriculum-aligned activities that support youth engagement and development. Responsibilities include mentoring participants, maintaining attendance, and ensuring a nurturing environment. Applicants must meet educational requirements and have relevant certifications.

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance options

Program discounts

Retirement plans

Complimentary use of YMCA facilities

Tuition reimbursement after one year

Qualifications

• Education requirements vary by position: minimum high school diploma and relevant college units.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications required within 90 days of hire.
• Must be 18 years old with varying experience depending on the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with curriculum-aligned activities and foster youth success.
• Communicate effectively with participants, staff, and parents.
• Record attendance and maintain documentation.

Skills

Mentorship

Communication

Social-Emotional Learning

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

6 units in Child Development

12 units in Child Development or related field

Pediatric First Aid

CPR certifications

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Irvine International Academy YMCA - Irvine, CA

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $16.50 - $20.21 Hourly

Description

The YMCA currently hasPart-Time and Full-TimeChildcareentry-level Assistant and Teacher positions available in Irvine, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with curriculum-aligned activities for participants, including homework assistance, social-emotional learning, arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, and physical education.
• Foster youth success through mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, actively encouraging program engagement and participation.
• Support participants in making positive choices, implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when needed to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere conducive to their success.
• Communicate and work effectively with participants, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners.
• Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation as required.
• Preferred availability
  • Opening shifts- 6:30am to 8:00am
  • Part-time shifts- 1:30pm to 6:00pm

Qualifications

Hiring Criteria
The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Education & Certifications:

Assistant: High School Diploma or equivalent, and 6 units in Child Development (for licensed childcare programs) or 48 college units or passing proficiency exam prior to hire for (non-licensed/ASES programs).

Teacher 1: 6 units in Child Development or a related field; and continuous enrollment in a minimum of 2 units per semester toward completion of 12 units required.

Teacher 2: 12 units in Child Development or a related field.

Teacher 3: 12 college units with 6 units in Child Development, Education. 6 units may be in Psychology, Sociology, Recreation, Physical Education, Art, and Music. 15-hour preventative health practice certifications within 90 days of employment. Complete YMCA Core trainings within first 60 days of employment.

ASES: 48 college units or passing proficiency exam prior to hire for (non-licensed/ASES programs).

Pediatric (EMSA) First Aid and Pediatric (EMSA) CPR certifications required within 90 days of hire.

Experience & Background: Must be 18 years of age, 6 months experience working with children preferred. Teacher 1 & 2 6 months working with children required. teacher 3 one year working with children required.

Benefits

The YMCA of Orange County offers excellent benefits as part of our compensation package. Programs such as medical and dental insurance options are available for full-time staff. Program discounts, retirement, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities are offered to all employees. Child and Youth Development Staff qualify for tuition reimbursement after one year of employment.

About the YMCA

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. With a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y serves Orange County through six Health & Wellness centers (Laguna Niguel, Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Fullerton, Yorba Linda, and Santa Ana) and over 50 Afterschool Program centers. YMCA programs celebrate and honor common values of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring by infusing character development into the foundation and practice of all our programs; from youth sports and group exercise classes to parent/child programs and community services Y programs build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The YMCA of Orange County is a non-profit, charitable organization that serves the entire community.

Learn more about opportunities at the Y
www.ymcaoc.org/careers

Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.