Youth Enrichment Instructor

Ymca-of-Metropolitan-Chicag; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,794; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

Wellness resources

Retirement contributions

Free family gym membership

Employee discounts

Job summary

Lake View YMCA is seeking Youth Enrichment Instructors to support on-site after-school programs at several Chicago elementary schools. You will help create a safe, engaging environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living, and positive relationships with participants.

Ideal candidates are at least 17 years old with relevant coursework or experience in childcare, education, or recreation, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be 17+ years old with relevant coursework or experience in childcare, education, or recreation.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and lead youth.
• Passionate about youth development and equity.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing child-centered environments that promote learning and healthy living.
• Be a positive role model and support program participants on-site at elementary schools.
• Follow safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe, engaging after-school experience.

Skills

Strong communicator

Enthusiastic leader

Youth development advocate

Education

17+ years old with relevant childcare/education recreation coursework

Job description

Lake View YMCA
3333 N Marshfield
Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Lake View YMCA
3333 N Marshfield
Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Youth Enrichment Instructors will assist in providing child-centered environments that promote learning, character development, positive & nurturing relationships and healthy living on-site at one of our elementary school locations. The YEI plays a key role in ensuring that program participants have a safe, supportive, interactive and enriching program experience while ensuring the safety and security of all program participants

Why You'll Thrive Here:

Grow with us — ongoing training and advancement opportunities

Lead with purpose — be a positive role model for youth

Thrive in culture — work in a team that values inclusion, passion, and community impact

Competitive pay: $18.50–$19.45/hr

• Consistent weekday schedule (AM, Lunch, Recess, and/or PM shifts)
• Health benefits, PTO, wellness resources, retirement contributions, and more
• Free family gym membership and employee discounts

Locations:

• Peirce Elementary School (1423 W Bryn Mawr Ave., Chicago, IL 60640) - Before & After School
• Peirce Branch (5300 N. Broadway., Chicago, IL 60660) - Before & After School
• Jahn Public School (3149 North Wolcott Ave., Chicago, IL 60657) - Before & After School
• Burley Elementary School (1630 W Barry Ave., Chicago, IL 60657) - After School
• Hamilton School (1650 W Cornelia Ave., Chicago, IL 60657) - Lunch, Recess, & After School
• Tubman Elementary School (2851 Seminary Ave., Chicago, IL 60657) - Lunch & After School

Qualifications:

17+ years old with relevant experience or coursework in childcare, education, or recreation

Strong communicator, enthusiastic leader, and passionate about youth development and equity

• Meet responsibilities and qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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