The YMCA currently has Part-time and Full time childcare Assistant and entry-level-Teacher 1 positions available in South Orange County.

• Assist with curriculum-aligned activities for participants, including homework assistance, social-emotional learning, arts and crafts, STEM/STEAM, and physical education.
• Foster youth success through mentorship, guidance, and encouragement, actively encouraging program engagement and participation.
• Support participants in making positive choices, implementing appropriate disciplinary actions when needed to create a stable and nurturing atmosphere conducive to their success.
• Communicate and work effectively with participants, staff, parents, school personnel, and community partners.
• Record and maintain daily attendance and other documentation as required.
• Preferred availability:
• Opening shifts- 6:30am to 8:00am
• Part-time shifts- 1:30pm to 6:00pm, but we are very flexible.
• Summer Camp hours: 6:45am-6pm.

Requirements & Experience for Assistant or Teacher 1 position:

• Be over the age of 18
• Assistant: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Assistant: 6 months experience working with children preferred but not required.

• Teacher 1: 6 units in Child Development or a related field; and continuous enrollment in a minimum of 2 units per semester toward completion of 12 units required
• Teacher 1: 6 months working with children required

Benefits of working with the Y:

• Tuition Reimbursement*
• FREE Gym Membership
• FREE Workout Classes
• FREE Pool Access
• FREE Training and Certifications
• FREE Virtual Health Care Solutions (Teledoc)
• Program Discounts *Up to 100 percent off child care programs
• Paid Sick Time
• YMCA Retirement Fund*

The YMCA has opportunities available in the areas below:

• San Clemente
• Laguna Niguel
• San Juan Capistrano
• Aliso Viejo
• Ladera Ranch
• Mission Viejo
• Lake Forest
• Rancho Mission Viejo
• Rancho Santa Margarita

Learn more about opportunities at the Y www.ymcaoc.org/careers

Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case-by-case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.54 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• After school
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Can you provide proof of TDAP & MMR Vaccinations?
• What is your work schedule availability?
• We have sites in the cities of Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, San Clemente, Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, and San Juan Capistrano. Are you able to commute to these cities or do you have a preference? If so, which city?

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person