Spring 2027 – Afterschool Program Teacher

Rady Children's Health Orange County (CHOC); San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Free paid training and certifications

Up to 100% off YMCA childcare for your

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Paid sick time

Medical, dental and vision (full-time)

Job summary

YMCA of Orange County is hiring for Childcare Assistant or Teacher roles across multiple locations in Orange County, CA. Positions include part-time and full-time with benefits. Pay ranges from $17.40 to $22.53 per hour, depending on level and experience.

Responsibilities include leading hands-on STEM, arts and homework help, and promoting healthy living and social responsibility for children aged 5–12. Training and certifications are provided.

Qualifications

• 18+ and meet one of these levels.
• Assistant: High school diploma (experience with kids preferred).
• Teacher 1: 6 CD units, enrolled toward 12, plus 6 months of experience.
• Teacher 2: 12 CD units, plus 6 months of experience.
• Teacher 3: 12 college units (6 in CD/Education), plus 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on STEM, arts and homework help that builds confidence.
• Keep kids active, safe and supported every day.
• Welcome every child and family, from every background.
• Live Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility in every interaction.

Skills

Youth development

Teaching

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

6 CD units

12 CD units

12 college units (6 in CD/Education)

Job description

Make a difference at the Y. Full-time and part-time positions available!

At the YMCA of Orange County, we believe every kid deserves a place to belong. As a Childcare Assistant or Teacher, you’ll help create that place for kids ages 5–12. You’ll help them learn, grow and feel at home at the Y.

Pay: $17.40 –$22.53/hr, based on level
Full-time positions available, with medical, dental and vision benefits + more!
Part-time shifts:

• Morning: 6:45am – 9:30am
• Afternoon: 1:00pm – 6:00pm

Locations: Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Ladera Ranch, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Irvine

Your Impact at the Y

• Youth Development: Lead hands-on STEM, arts and homework help that builds confidence
• Healthy Living: Keep kids active, safe and supported every day
• Social Responsibility: Welcome every child and family, from every background
• Our Core Values: Live Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility in every interaction

The Y Invests in You

• FREE YMCA membership, including classes and pool
• FREE paid training and certifications
• Up to 100% off Y childcare for your own family
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan and paid sick time
• Medical, dental and vision (full-time)

Who We’re Looking For – Minimum Requirements Per Level
18+ and meet one of these levels:

• Assistant: High school diploma (experience with kids preferred)
• Teacher 1: 6 Child Development (CD) units, enrolled toward 12, plus 6 months of experience
• Teacher 2: 12 CD units, plus 6 months of experience
• Teacher 3: 12 college units (6 in CD/Education), plus 1 year of experience

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.