Before & After School Program Team Members; Torrance

Job Details

Job Location:

Torrance South Bay Family YMCA - Torrance, CA 90505
Position Type:
Part Time (up to 29 hours)
Salary Range: $18.47 - $18.47 Hourly

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%
Job Shift: Before and After School

Every child deserves the opportunity to discover something they love. As an Enrichment Leader, you’ll bring learning to life by leading engaging, hands‑on enrichment experiences that inspire creativity, curiosity, confidence, and skill development. Whether you’re teaching photography, dance, coding, visual arts, sports, robotics, theater, music, or another area of expertise, you’ll create an environment where students are encouraged to explore new interests, build meaningful relationships, and discover their potential.

Working alongside school communities and YMCA Team Members, you’ll help create experiences that children look forward to every day while making learning fun, active, and memorable.

• Lead engaging enrichment classes that help students develop new skills, express creativity, and discover new passions.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child feels encouraged to participate, learn, and succeed.
• Design and deliver hands‑on lessons that build toward a culminating project, performance, exhibition, or showcase.
• Build meaningful relationships with students, families, school staff, and YMCA Team Members while serving as a positive role model.
• Help create high‑quality enrichment experiences that promote achievement, belonging, and positive youth development while supporting YMCA program standards.

This is a part‑time position that follows the school calendar. Enrichment Leaders typically work Monday through Friday on school days, with shifts generally scheduled between 2:00p.m. and 6:00p.m., averaging 18 to 21 hours per week. Paid training and professional development are provided throughout the year, and additional opportunities to work may be available during school breaks, summer day camp, and other YMCA youth programs.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys sharing their talents, inspiring creativity, and helping young people discover new interests. Whether you’re an artist, musician, athlete, performer, STEM enthusiast, educator, or skilled hobbyist, you’ll thrive in this role if you’re passionate about teaching, mentoring, and creating engaging learning experiences that help children build confidence while having fun.

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidates may qualify as Enrichment LeaderI or Enrichment LeaderII based on education and experience.
• Experience working with school‑age children or teens in a group setting.
• Experience teaching or leading skill‑based classes, enrichment activities, recreation, arts, academics, sports, STEM, or other specialized programs.
• Strong communication skills, emotional maturity, and the ability to build positive, authentic relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Current EMSA First Aid and Adult, Infant, and Child CPR certifications, or the ability to obtain required certifications as a condition of employment.
• Completion of required health screenings and background clearances prior to working with participants.

• Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
• Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
• Paid Well‑Being Day to rest, recharge, and focus on yourself.
• Build your résumé through paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
• Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
• Expand your professional network through the YMCA Professional Network (YPN).
• Opportunities to grow your career with one of the nation’s largest YMCA associations.
• 10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
• Tax‑deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
• Save on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, personal training, camps, youth programs, and more.
• Complimenta…