Youth Programs Instructor - Engaging Activities

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is seeking an Instructor for youth programs to foster positive relationships with children and caregivers while delivering curriculum that builds skills and a sense of belonging. You will collaborate with staff, parents, and community partners to provide quality experiences in a supportive setting.

Key responsibilities include supervising groups, promoting positive behavior, and engaging families through events and volunteers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with school-age children in group settings preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate activities around specific focus areas.
• Experience with diverse populations preferred.
• Ability to build positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Nurture children through purposeful programming to build achievement and belonging.
• Maintain close visual supervision and follow required child-to-staff ratios.
• Use a positive discipline approach with proactive redirection and natural consequences.
• Engage parents as volunteers and connect them to YMCA activities.
• Attend trainings, staff meetings, and family events; uphold safety and program standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Emotional maturity

Plan and organize activities

Inclusion & diversity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is seeking an Instructor for youth programs to foster positive relationships with children and caregivers while delivering curriculum that builds skills and a sense of belonging. You will collaborate with staff, parents, and community partners to provide quality experiences in a supportive setting.

Key responsibilities include supervising groups, promoting positive behavior, and engaging families through events and volunteers.