Summer Youth Enrichment Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$17.90–$18.03 Per Hour
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Health Plan, Primary School, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

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 Youll 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 8am-2pm

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

  • Free family gym membership and employee discounts

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

About the Company

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YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago