Arts and Humanities Program Instructor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

Part Time, Hourly | $13.00-$17.00

We believe that great people build great communities.

We are looking for enthusiastic instructors to lead high-quality YMCA youth programs that help participants build skills, confidence, and character. Whether teaching progressive or competitive programs, you'll create a safe, engaging environment where every participant can learn, grow, and have fun.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!
  
  
  

What is needed for this job as our Program Instructor:

• Minimum 16 years of age
• Experience participating in or instructing the applicable program area
• Ability to safely lead participants in age-appropriate instruction and activities
• Ability to maintain focus and supervise participants throughout program sessions
• Current certifications required for the assigned program, or ability to obtain before instructing, if applicable
  
  
  

The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Program Instructor:

• Deliver YMCA instructional programs in accordance with established curriculum and quality standards
• Teach and evaluate participant skill progression while encouraging confidence and personal growth
• Foster an inclusive, safe, and positive learning environment
• Reinforce the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility through instruction
• Monitor participant safety and behavior throughout all activities
• Communicate participant progress and program updates with families as appropriate
• Maintain attendance records and complete required program documentation
• Ensure program spaces are clean, organized, and ready for the next activity
• Participate in required staff meetings and trainings
  
  
  

What you can expect:

• Support from an experienced program leadership team
• Ongoing training and coaching
• Opportunities to teach a variety of programs and grow your instructional skills
• Meaningful work that helps young people build confidence, develop new abilities, and have fun
  
  
  

YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.

After reading this, if you're thinking "this is me," we want to meet you!

Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.