Summer Youth Enrichment Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago•Chicago, IL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Additional educational or experience requirements may be required based on program license requirements.

Responsibilities

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