Youth Enrichment Instructor

Youth Enrichment Instructors will assist in providing child-centered environments that promote learning, character development, positive & nurturing relationships and healthy living on-site at one of our elementary school locations. The YEI plays a key role in ensuring that program participants have a safe, supportive, interactive and enriching program experience while ensuring the safety and security of all program participants

Why You'll Thrive Here:

* Grow with us - ongoing training and advancement opportunities

* Lead with purpose - be a positive role model for youth

* Thrive in culture - work in a team that values inclusion, passion, and community impact

Perks & Benefits:

* Competitive pay: $17.90-$18.03/hr

* Consistent weekday schedule, Monday-Friday 2-6pm

* Health benefits, PTO, wellness resources, retirement contributions, and more

* Free family gym membership and employee discounts

Locations:

* Sumner Elementary School - 4320 W. 5th Ave., Chicago, IL 60624

* Alex Haley Academy - 11411 S Eggleston Ave., Chicago, IL 60628

* Edwards Elementary School - 4815 S Karlov Ave., Chicago, IL 60632

Qualifications:

* Must be at least 18 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials.

* H.S. Diploma or GED along with related college coursework and/or equivalent experience in: childcare, education, recreation or related program. Additional educational or experience requirements may be required based on program license requirements.

* Strong communicator, enthusiastic leader, and passionate about youth development and equity

* Meet responsibilities and qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:

* Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor

* Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children

* Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor

* Completing all child abuse prevention training as required