Youth Mentor - Before / After School Enrichment

Clear Destination Inc.; Pottstown (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 22,730 - 24,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Job summary

The Pottstown YMCA is seeking an experienced professional dedicated to nurturing children during the 2026-2027 School Year. You will find engaging ways to help kids learn while ensuring their self-esteem is built through structured environments.

In this role, having a degree in education or related fields and experience in childcare are essential. Join our passionate team and contribute to making a difference in the community!

Competitive hourly wage of $16.50-$17.50, along with excellent benefits such as free YMCA membership.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of verified child care experience (2500 hours).
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances.
• Passionate about working with children.

Responsibilities

• Find engaging ways to help kids learn.
• Implement and plan curriculum for the program.
• Maintain attendance records and child observation reports.

Skills

Child care experience

Communication skills

Patience

Curriculum planning

Education

Degree in education or human services

Job description

Pottstown YMCA, 724 N Adams Street, Pottstown, 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

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 and 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

EEO statement

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.

Pottstown YMCA, 724 N Adams Street, Pottstown, Pennsylvania, United States of America