Program Instructor

Overview

Downriver Family YMCA, 16777 Northline Road, Southgate, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description - Posted Friday, February 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The Program Aide will be responsible for assisting with the preparation, implementation, and event management of youth and adult programming.

Experience working with children in a supervised setting is preferred, not required.

Basic programming knowledge is preferred, not required.

• Experience working with neurodivergent children is preferred.

• Assists in the planning and implementation of programming activities.
• Ensures programs run smoothly by assisting where needed. This includes assisting with programs or teaching programs.
• Maintain the quality and inventory of the supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Assists in the proper storage of program equipment.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Ability to move equipment; must have the strength to lift, carry, push, or pull

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit ("YMCA") is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

Downriver Family YMCA, 16777 Northline Road, Southgate, Michigan, United States of America