Youth Enrichment Instructor
About this role
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 You'll Thrive Here:
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Grow with us — ongoing training and advancement opportunities
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Lead with purpose — be a positive role model for youth
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Thrive in culture — work in a team that values inclusion, passion, and community impact
Perks & Benefits:
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Competitive pay: $18.03/hr
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Consistent weekday schedule, Monday-Friday 2-6pm
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Health benefits, PTO, wellness resources, retirement contributions, and more
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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.
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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
Company at a glance
Established in 1858, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago was created as a place where community members could find growth and support. Today, 165 years later, the YMCA of Metro Chicago has 14 centers, five camps, and nearly 100 extension sites, making the Y one of the largest social enterprises in Chicago. More than half a million individuals rely on the Y each year for social guidance and individual empowerment. The Y has remained at the heart and soul of personal development in Chicagoland and the Midwest and intends to do so for generations to come.
Top Benefits
- Health benefits
- Paid time off
- Wellness resources
- Retirement contributions
- Free family gym membership
- Employee discounts
- Ongoing training
- Advancement opportunities
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