There's Nothing Like Working at the Y!

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our staff members are people who drive this cause – it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference – every day.

EVERY position positively impacts others at the Y - JOIN US, WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

JOB LOCATION: Waukee Family YMCA
HOURS/DAY SCHEDULE: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, Monday - Friday
PAY RATE:$10.25 - $11.88 per hour, depending upon experience.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: May 3, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Youth Program Instructor, you will guide children through themed Enrichment activities such as art, science, cooking, health & well-being, and more. You will have an opportunity to lead kids in a way that fosters a sense of belonging, helps them gain confidence through achievement, and build relationships with and among children in the program. As a Youth Program Instructor, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining a safe environment both physically and emotionally for the group, and of course HAVE FUN!!!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate and teach activities.
• Conduct program in a fun, positive atmosphere.
• Know emergency procedures and be able to demonstrate them.
• Report specific problems or needs to supervisor or designated staff person.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
• Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to read, write, and perform simple mathematical functions
• Must be at least 16 years of age (If under age 18, must be working with an adult age 18 )
• Current Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certifications or equivalent - prior to starting
• Intro to Y’s Cause & Culture Online Course - prior to starting
• Additional training to be completed within the first 30 days and maintained afterwards.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively with people and monitor property and activity
• Ability to remain alert at all times and ability to adapt to changing working conditions
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work with diverse group of people (mostly children between 3-12 years old)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Good communication skills and good organizational skills
• Ability to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Ability to teach/train program activities
• Attend trainings and/or courses as required by the YMCA

Help positively impact youth and families in our community and SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO IMPACT YOUR OWN LIFE - experience, knowledge, satisfaction and joy are just some of the ways you'll grow, learn and thrive.

Apply and begin your life changing Y journey TODAY!