After School Program- Enrichment Leader

Position: After School Program- Enrichment Leader 2025-26

Early Childhood Education
• Youth and Family Programs

Type Season

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Start Date

August 18, 2025

Salary Range

22.00 – $30.00 per hour

20-25

Locations

Careers by Empowering Futures, Building Communities

Imagine going to work each day knowing that your efforts positively impact individuals and communities. As a global movement and the nation’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco offers more than just a job—we offer a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community.

At the Y, you can uncover your passion and build a lifelong career addressing some of the nation’s most pressing social issues.

Our Organizational Culture

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco , we are committed to demonstrating values that aim to building strong communities where you can Be
, Belong and Become
. With Truth & Courage
, we strive to understand and act on individual and societal truths. We ensure a safe and inclusive environment with Authenticity & Accessibility
, allowing everyone to participate according to their needs. Our approach is Dependable & Creative
, as we respond to community needs through strong partnerships. Above all, we embody Dignity & Empathy
, treating everyone with respect and compassion, and recognizing the inherent dignity in all individuals.

Position Summary

The Enrichment Instructor is responsible for designing and leading engaging activities in Academic, STEAM, and/or Sports and Recreation at their program site. This role ensures that all programming aligns with YMCA curriculum guidelines and Youth Development Principles, while fostering student engagement, learning, and a positive environment.

The Instructor collaborates with the Site Coordinator and site-specific staff as needed to deliver high-quality programming, procure necessary materials, and support day-to-day logistics.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other instructors to develop lesson plans that prepare students for showcases.
• Deliver relevant, engaging, and rigorous lessons that enhance student learning.

Classroom & Behavior Management

• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment through consistent classroom and behavior management strategies.
• Supervise students during class time, breaks, and transitions to ensure their safety and engagement.
• Maintain attendance records and support classroom procedures.

Professional Development & Collaboration

• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Availability on Saturdays.
• Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Strong relationship-building skills with staff, community members, and families.
• Experience working with elementary or middle school youth.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to the program’s goals and values.

Preferred Qualifications

• 48 college units or an Associate’s degree.
• Two or more years of experience working with youth.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment for this position includes both indoor and outdoor settings, with frequent interaction with youth in active and dynamic program spaces. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds, as well as participating in physical activities with students. The role requires adaptability to a variety of environments and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the program and its participants.

Disclaimers

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed.
• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Salary Description

The Power Scholars Enrichment Leader position offers a compensation range of $22.00 – $30.00 per hour. This rate is based on salary benchmarking for similar roles and is aligned with grant fund approvals and requirements for the position.

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