Youth Mentor - Before / After School Enrichment

Philaymca; Ambler (Montgomery County); Vor Ort; USD 22.730 - 24.108; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Zusammenfassung

Philaymca in Ambler, Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced childcare professional for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for working with children and a relevant degree in education or human services.

The role involves creating engaging learning experiences and maintaining organized environments. Enjoy benefits like free YMCA membership and discounts on childcare. Join a non-profit committed to community strength!

Qualifikationen

• Achievement of a degree from an accredited college or university in an education or human services related field.
• 2+ years verified child care experience (2500 hours).
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep up to date on trainings.

Aufgaben

• Find new and engaging ways to help kids learn.
• Implement and plan curriculum for developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Accurately maintain daily attendance records and related paperwork.

Kenntnisse

Passion for working with children

Ability to connect with community

Effective communication

Ausbildung

Degree in education or human services

Jobbeschreibung

Ambler Area YMCA, 1325 McKean Rd, Ambler, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

For the 2026-2027 School Year | $16.50-$17.50

We believe great minds are nurtured by great teachers. Is that you?

We are looking for an experienced professional passionate about bringing the best out in kids, connecting to our community and having fun!

Specific childcare site determined within interview

Some rewards for joining our team:

Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!

Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job

Achievement of a degree from an accredited college or university in an education or human services related field

2+ years verified child care experience (2500 hours)

Passionate about working with children in a fun, diverse environment

Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep up to date on trainings

The responsibilities we will trust you with:

Finding new and engaging ways to help kids learn, while maintaining control of environments that build children’s self esteem

Implement and plan curriculum for program; ensuring child centered and developmentally appropriate learning experiences throughout classrooms using positive reinforcement for behavioral management

Conduct and record weekly child observations as well as any related to child behavior concerns or development that may require early intervention with parents/guardians

Being patient and kind with our parents/guardians, communicating effectively and in a timely manner regarding children’s program experience, progress (written as well as verbal) while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity

Accurately maintain daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, and allergy reports, as well as compliant paperwork within timesheets, incident reports, weekly reports, and child observation reports

Ensure centers are maintained with quality learning materials, organized accordingly in labeled containers associated with appropriate learning center

Attend team-planning meetings monthly or more as needed

Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign an work to develop donors and volunteers

What you can expect:

Support from an amazing team

Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA

Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger

After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.