Youth Enrichment Coach

Sevymca; Westlake Village (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in Westlake Village, CA seeks a Youth Instructor to plan and lead enriching classes and supervise children, fostering growth and a positive, inclusive atmosphere. You will interact with children, parents, and staff, implement age-appropriate curriculum, and ensure safety and supervision at all times.

The role emphasizes positive discipline, teamwork, and active involvement in programs and campaigns, with responsibilities including equipment setup, record-keeping, and participation in staff

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of basic child supervision techniques.
• 6 months previous experience working with children.
• Basic staff supervision and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with and interact with a diverse group of children and parents.
• All required online training must be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Criminal record clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead youth enrichment classes.
• Responsible for creating and administering program-specific skills according to the age appropriate class description and/or curriculum.
• Help children manage behavior using a positive approach, including redirection and using constructive discipline with natural and logical consequences.
• Interact, initiate and encourage the children in the activities during class.
• Address children who are not performing exercises/activities correctly by demonstrating proper form techniques.
• Encourage member involvement with children, parents and/or school as well as identify potential volunteers.
• Respond promptly and courteously to all member inquiries/needs.
• Provide feedback to parents and/or school personnel regarding their child/children's participation and behavior in the program.
• Set up and monitor class equipment, ensuring equipment remains in working condition. Report all equipment repair needs to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain close supervision of children at all times, ensuring children are directly supervised at all times.
• Advise participants on program and class procedures and policies, as appropriate.
• Distribute handouts and/or class evaluations, if appropriate, and answer questions from participants after each session.
• Maintains records as required (attendance, assessments, progress reports).
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
• Participates in YMCA Annual Campaign annually.
• Performs other job-related duties as requested.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Child supervision

Experience with children

Communication with parents

18+ years old

Job description

YMCA in Westlake Village, CA seeks a Youth Instructor to plan and lead enriching classes and supervise children, fostering growth and a positive, inclusive atmosphere. You will interact with children, parents, and staff, implement age-appropriate curriculum, and ensure safety and supervision at all times.

The role emphasizes positive discipline, teamwork, and active involvement in programs and campaigns, with responsibilities including equipment setup, record-keeping, and participation in staff