Instructor, STEM/STEAM (3649)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Programs Instructor creates positive, nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers, staff, and community partners. The Instructor plans and leads engaging enrichment classes that may include arts, recreation, wellness, STEM/STEAM, and specialty programming designed to support creativity, skill development, problem-solving, collaboration, and self-confidence. This role promotes achievement and belonging by creating inclusive, hands-on learning experiences that encourage peer connections and meaningful youth engagement. The Instructor provides direct support and guidance to children in a safe and structured environment while implementing curriculum focused on mastering specific skills and fostering curiosity, creativity, and personal growth. The position also ensures a high-quality experience for participants and families that strengthens relationships among youth, families, and the YMCA community.

Requirements

Eighteen years or older
high school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience working with school-age children in a group setting preferred.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate activities in areas such as arts & humanities, STEM/STEAM, recreation, sports skills, wellness, or other enrichment topics.
Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred.
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with individuals from different backgrounds.
Strong character values (respect, responsibility, honesty, caring); strong communication skills; emotional maturity.
Current approved First Aid
Adult, Infant and Child CPR Certifications within 60 days of hire.
Completion of child abuse prevention training prior to first day in program.

Nice To Haves

Completed semester units in CD, human services, or related fields preferred based on topic to lead.
Knowledge of hands-on STEM/STEAM learning, creative enrichment activities, or youth engagement strategies preferred.
Y-USA Leader Certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
Plans and leads engaging enrichment classes and activities, including arts, recreation, wellness, STEM/STEAM, and specialty programming focused on creativity, skill development, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
Maintains close visual supervision of a group of assigned children, following ratios based on specific program/class. No child is left unsupervised or staff alone with a child at any time while attending program/class.
Help children manage behavior using a positive approach, including proactive strategies, redirection and using constructive discipline with natural and logical consequences.
Actively supports the YMCA is committed to inclusion and compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) where appropriate.
Planning and implementing classes based on a specific topic and skill mastery, culminating in an exposition/showcase at the end of the session.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards, maintains site and equipment, and maintains required program records in accordance YMCA expectations.
Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents.
Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
Attends and participates in family events, program activities, staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Follows reporting procedures and proactively responds to situations to ensure a safe environment for all involved
Understands and complies with current federal, state, local regulations, and YMCA policies and procedures at all time
Maintains positive relationship with parents, other YMCA team members and community partners.
Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
Attend meetings and trainings, as needed.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.
All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.