Youth Mentor - Before / After School Enrichment

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Pennsburg, PA

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About The Position

Youth Mentor for the YMCA’s before- and after-school enrichment program for the 2026–2027 school year. The specific childcare site will be determined during the interview. The role involves creating engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supporting children’s self-esteem and behavior, communicating with families, maintaining program records and classroom materials, and contributing to the YMCA community.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited college or university in an education- or human-services-related field.
• At least 2 years of verified child care experience (2,500 hours).
• Passion for working with children in a fun, diverse environment.
• Ability to pass all relevant clearances and keep trainings up to date.

Responsibilities

• Find engaging ways to help children learn while maintaining an environment that builds their self-esteem.
• Plan and implement curriculum, ensuring learning experiences are child-centered and developmentally appropriate; use positive reinforcement for behavioral management.
• Conduct and record weekly child observations, including observations related to behavioral concerns or development that may require early intervention with parents or guardians.
• Communicate patiently, kindly, effectively, and promptly with parents and guardians about children’s program experiences and progress, both verbally and in writing, while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records, emergency contact binders, allergy reports, timesheets, incident reports, weekly reports, and child observation reports.
• Keep centers supplied with quality learning materials and organized in labeled containers according to appropriate learning centers.
• Attend monthly team-planning meetings, or more often as needed.
• Actively campaign for the Annual Campaign and help develop donors and volunteers.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
• Planning for the future through the YMCA (details available from the employer).
• Support from a team.
• Opportunities to learn and grow at the YMCA.
• Opportunity to contribute to a nonprofit organization working to strengthen the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time