Specialty Instructors, High School Programs, Grant (Northridge) (4052)
About The Position
Your passion has the power to inspire the next generation. As a Specialty Instructor, Beyond the Bell Grant, High School, you'll transform your expertise into engaging, hands on learning experiences that help high school students discover new interests, build real world skills, and explore future career pathways. Whether your specialty is robotics, coding, graphic design, filmmaking, music, photography, dance, esports, entrepreneurship, sports, theater, or another area of expertise, you'll create an environment where teens are challenged to think creatively, collaborate with others, and master new skills. You'll lead a specialty club designed around project based learning, giving students the opportunity to showcase what they've learned while building confidence, leadership, and a sense of belonging. If you're passionate about sharing what you love and helping young people discover what's possible, we'd love to welcome you to our team. This is a part-time, seasonal, grant-funded position supporting high school students during the school year.
Requirements
- Professionals, artists, creators, coaches, performers, educators, and industry experts who are excited to share their knowledge with the next generation.
- Passionate about teaching, mentoring, and helping teens discover their talents while building skills that prepare them for the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead engaging specialty clubs that help students develop practical skills, explore career interests, and build confidence in your area of expertise.
- Design project based learning experiences that culminate in a showcase, exhibition, performance, competition, or other celebration of student achievement.
- Build authentic relationships with teens while encouraging creativity, collaboration, leadership, and positive self-expression.
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment where every student feels encouraged to participate and grow.
- Help ensure the program operates safely and effectively while meeting YMCA and grant requirements and creating exceptional experiences for students.
Benefits
- Free gym membership with access to YMCA centers across Greater Los Angeles.
- Team Member Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support resources.
- Paid Well-Being Day to rest, recharge, and focus on yourself.
- Paid training, certifications, and leadership development.
- Tuition assistance through partner universities, including Capella University, Springfield College, and Strayer University.
- Opportunities to grow your career with one of the nation's largest YMCA associations.
- 10% employer contribution to the Y Retirement Fund (upon eligibility).
- Tax deferred and Roth 403(b) retirement savings options.
- Save on YMCA programs, including swim lessons, personal training, camps, youth programs, and more.
- Complimentary before and after school child care for eligible Team Members (restrictions apply).
- Free youth sports and enrichment classes for your children, including ballet and martial arts.
- Exclusive savings through PerkSpot, plus discounts on wireless services and Dell products.
- Exclusive financial benefits through Rize Credit Union.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
