Youth Mentor - Before / After School Enrichment

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Wrightstown (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care and summer camp programs

Job summary

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking enthusiastic individuals for child care positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates should have a degree in education or related fields and extensive experience in child care. Responsibilities include creating engaging learning environments, planning appropriate curricula, and maintaining effective communication with parents.

Join a supportive team and contribute to the community's strength at the YMCA, where flexibility and growth opportunities abound!

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Find new ways to help kids learn while maintaining control of environments.
• Plan and implement curriculum for developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Conduct weekly child observations and communicate with parents/guardians.

Skills

Child care experience

Effective communication

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Developmentally appropriate practices

Education

Degree in education or human services

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity

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

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

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership – access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• 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!

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 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

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.