Youth Enrichment Instructor

YMCA

  • Chicago, IL
  • $17.90-18.03 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 16 days ago
Description :Lead, Inspire, Grow: Shape the Future with Us as a 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 participantsWhy You'll Thrive Here:Grow with us — ongoing training and advancement opportunitiesLead with purpose — be a positive role model for youthThrive in culture — work in a team that values inclusion, passion, and community impactPerks & Benefits:Competitive pay: $17.90–$18.03/hrConsistent weekday schedule, Monday-Friday 2-6pmHealth benefits, PTO, wellness resources, retirement contributions, and moreFree family gym membership and employee discountsLocations:
  • Monarcas Academy - 5815 S Homan Ave., Chicago, IL 60629
  • Libby Elementary School - 5300 S. Loomis Blvd., Chicago, IL 60609
  • Daniel Webster Elementary School - 4055 W Arthington, Chicago, IL 60624
  • Roswell B. Mason Elementary School - 4217 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60623
  • Langford Community Academy - 6010 S Throop St., Chicago, IL 60636
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
Behaviors : Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interestMotivation : Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

YMCA