Youth Enrichment Instructor

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Family Membership

Program discounts

Generous retirement benefits - 12%

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Youth Enrichment Instructor. You will support the Learn & Play Coordinator by implementing monthly programs and ensuring a safe, engaging environment for youth and families in line with YMCA values.

The role emphasizes strong communication with parents and center staff, adherence to safety procedures, and flexibility to cover shifts as needed. CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Experience with children leading recreational activities.
• Minimum of 1 year of full time or equivalent part time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school aged children and/or family programming preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in specialized areas may be required.
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Learn & Play Coordinator with the implementation of the monthly program.
• Creates a safe, supportive, interactive, and engaging environment for youth that is characterized by teamwork, camaraderie and inclusiveness.
• Assists with the set-up and breakdown of enrichment activities and cleaning of the program area.
• Positively interacts with youth, parents/guardians, and other center team members to create a respectful and supportive environment while sharing program information and building relationships through effective communication.
• Possess a working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures and be able to exercise sound judgment as you are the primary responder for all accidents and incidents.
• May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for training, extended program hours, parent nights, or association events.
• Ensures that proper ratios are maintained throughout the enrichment portion of the day.
• Observe and positively interact with children, intervening when necessary to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
• Greet parents and ensure that all children are properly signed in and out.
• Maintains accurate attendance, instructional, incident/injury reports, and other records as necessary to meet program requirements.
• Attend to the needs of children promptly and with care.
• Complete scheduled shifts and fill in as needed.
• Maintain all required certifications and annual updates.
• Report any problems or concerns to the Lead Youth Enrichment Instructor.
• All other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Age 16+

Experience with children

Safety procedures

Effective communication

CPR/AED First Aid certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Salary Range: $15.16 - $16.20 Hourly

Overview

The Youth Enrichment Instructor supports the Learn & Play Coordinator in implementing program activities, providing leadership and direction to program participants as well as assisting and ensuring safety and supervision of participants at all times. This position provides quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. In addition, this position provides an atmosphere of respect, acceptance and caring for each participant and interacts positively with children, staff, parents, center staff, and members of the community.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Learn & Play Coordinator with the implementation of the monthly program.
• Creates a safe, supportive, interactive, and engaging environment for youth that is characterized by teamwork, camaraderie and inclusiveness.
• Assists with the set-up and breakdown of enrichment activities and cleaning of the program area.
• Positively interacts with youth, parents/guardians, and other center team members to create a respectful and supportive environment while sharing program information and building relationships through effective communication.
• Possess a working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures and be able to exercise sound judgment as you are the primary responder for all accidents and incidents.
• May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for training, extended program hours, parent nights, or association events.
• Ensures that proper ratios are maintained throughout the enrichment portion of the day.
• Observe and positively interact with children, intervening when necessary to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
• Greet parents and ensure that all children are properly signed in and out.
• Maintains accurate attendance, instructional, incident/injury reports, and other records as necessary to meet program requirements.
• Attend to the needs of children promptly and with care.
• Complete scheduled shifts and fill in as needed.
• Maintain all required certifications and annual updates.
• Report any problems or concerns to the Lead Youth Enrichment Instructor.
• All other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free Family Membership
• Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time

OUR 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years
• Experience with children leading recreational activities
• Minimum of 1 year of full time or equivalent part time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school aged children and/or family programming preferred
• Minimum of 1 year experience in specialized areas may be required.
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification.