Irvine, California, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$23/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Irvine International Academy YMCA - Irvine, CA 92604Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19.35 - $23.41 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengt…
Skills: Child development, Mentoring, STEM instruction, Arts and crafts, Classroom management
Mission Viejo, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA - Mission Viejo, CA 92692Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Childcare, Customer service, Communication, Organization, Safety supervision
Fullerton, California, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$23/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Fullerton Family YMCA - Fullerton, CA 92835Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19.35 - $23.41 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening co…
Skills: Staff supervision, Program management, Customer service, Risk management, Communication
Laguna Niguel, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Laguna Niguel Family YMCA - Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Child supervision, Customer service, Communication, Organization, First aid
Santa Ana, California, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$26/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: South Coast Metro Family YMCA - Santa Ana, CA 92704Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $22.15 - $26.80 HourlyJoin our Member Services team at the South Coast Metro Family YMCA! This is an excit…
Skills: Water aerobics instruction, Personal training, Fitness instruction, Hospitality, Community engagement
Santa Ana, California, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$26/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: South Coast Metro Family YMCA - Santa Ana, CA 92704Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $22.15 - $26.80 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Personal training, Barre instruction, Fitness instruction, Hospitality, Customer service
Fullerton, California, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Fullerton Family YMCA - Fullerton, CA 92835Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $23.70 - $28.68 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening co…
Skills: Ballet instruction, Youth development, Dance education, Classroom management, Safety compliance
Santa Ana, California, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$26/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: South Coast Metro Family YMCA - Santa Ana, CA 92704Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $22.15 - $26.80 HourlyJoin our Member Services team at the South Coast Metro Family YMCA! This is an excit…
Skills: Fitness instruction, Personal training, HITT, Bootcamp, Customer service
Mission Viejo, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA - Mission Viejo, CA 92692Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Soccer coaching, Customer service, Communication, Organization, Planning
Santa Ana, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Arroyo YMCA ELOP - Santa Ana, CA 92705Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communi…
Skills: Childcare, Mentoring, STEM instruction, Arts and crafts, Homework assistance
Mission Viejo, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA - Mission Viejo, CA 92692Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Customer Service, Sports Officiating, Childcare, Communication, Organization
Mission Viejo, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Mission Viejo Family YMCA - Mission Viejo, CA 92692Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, Communication Skills, PC Ability
Newport Beach, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Newport Mesa Family YMCA - Newport Beach, CA 92660Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthe…
Skills: Pool Surveillance, Aquatic Safety, Customer Service, Communication, First Aid
Fullerton, California, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Fullerton Family YMCA - Fullerton, CA 92835Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $23.70 - $28.68 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening co…
Skills: Tai Chi Instruction, Group Exercise Leadership, First Aid, CPR, Strength Conditioning
Laguna Niguel, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Laguna Niguel Family YMCA - Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, Communication, Cash Management
Laguna Niguel, California, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$21/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Laguna Niguel Family YMCA - Laguna Niguel, CA 92677Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $18.08 - $21.88 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strength…
Skills: Facility Maintenance, Cleaning, Hospitality, Safety Compliance, Detail Orientation
Newport Beach, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Newport Mesa Family YMCA - Newport Beach, CA 92660Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthe…
Skills: Swim Instruction, Water Safety, First Aid, CPR, Mentoring
Huntington Beach, California, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Huntington Beach Family YMCA - Huntington Beach, CA 92646Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $23.70 - $28.68 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to st…
Skills: Group Exercise Instruction, Strength Conditioning, Aerobics, Hospitality, Member Engagement
Pomona, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: Simons Middle School YMCA - Pomona, CA 91766Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening c…
Skills: Youth Development, Mentoring, Curriculum Implementation, STEM Activities, Arts Instruction
West Covina, California, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$20/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: San Gabriel Valley YMCA - West Covina, CA 91790Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthenin…
Skills: Youth Development, Mentoring, Curriculum Development, STEM Activities, Arts
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The Lead Teacher will guide children through curriculum-aligned activities including STEM and arts while fostering a safe and enriching environment. They are responsible for modeling core values and ensuring the social-emotional growth of children aged 5-12.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess experience working with children in an after-school, camp, or daycare setting. Educational requirements range from a high school diploma to 12 college units in child development depending on the teacher level.
Job DetailsJob Location: Irvine International Academy YMCA - Irvine, CA 92604Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19.35 - $23.41 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are actively seeking a highly engaged, intentional, and service-oriented individual for a Full-time Lead Teacher position.
This role is an opportunity to directly impact the lives of children and families by fostering genuine connections, practicing exceptional hospitality, and creating a safe, positive, and enriching environment where every interaction is meaningful.
Full-time
Must have open availability Monday through Friday
Be a Mentor: Guide children (ages 5-12) through curriculum-aligned activities (STEM, arts, homework).
Practice Intentionality: Provide attentive service, warmth, and a welcoming environment for all participants and parents.
Model Core Values: Uphold Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility daily.
Create Lasting Change: Your committed presence ensures positive social-emotional growth and success for every child.
Official Job Description will be provided during the interview.
Minimum Age: 18+ years old.
Experience: Required experience working with children (ages 5-12) in an after-school, camp, or daycare setting.
Assistant: High School Diploma (Experience preferred).
Teacher 1: 6 Child Development (CD) units + continuous enrollment toward 12 units (6 months experience required).
Teacher 2: 12 CD units (6 months experience required).
Teacher 3: 12 college units (6 in CD/Education) + 1 year experience required.
Required Documents: Please upload transcripts when applying.
Invested in You: Benefits & Perks
FREE YMCA Membership, Classes, and Pool Access.
FREE Training & Certifications.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Program Discounts (up to 100% off childcare).
Retirement Fund, Paid Sick Time.
Medical/Dental/Vision for Full-Time staff.
Learn more about the YMCA and opportunities at: www.ymcaoc.org/careers
Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Qualifications
We are committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other.
The YMCA of Orange County's purpose is to strengthen communities through programs committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in Orange County, East San Gabriel Valley, Pomona Valley, and Riverside County. With five Health & Wellness Centers, three program centers, 80+ Before & Afterschool Program locations, two special needs programs, and numerous community resources, the Y connects people to their potential, purpose, and to each other. Donations, grants, and legacy gifts ensure Y programs are open to all regardless of an individual’s or family’s financial circumstances. One hundred percent of donations received support our financial assistance program or subsidized Y programs for those most in need.
Offices: 13821 Newport Ave, 200, Tustin, CA 92780, US
We are committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other.
The YMCA of Orange County's purpose is to strengthen communities through programs committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in Orange County, East San Gabriel Valley, Pomona Valley, and Riverside County. With five Health & Wellness Centers, three program centers, 80+ Before & Afterschool Program locations, two special needs programs, and numerous community resources, the Y connects people to their potential, purpose, and to each other. Donations, grants, and legacy gifts ensure Y programs are open to all regardless of an individual’s or family’s financial circumstances. One hundred percent of donations received support our financial assistance program or subsidized Y programs for those most in need.
Offices: 13821 Newport Ave, 200, Tustin, CA 92780, US
