What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Enrichment Instructor position at YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago?
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
Why You'll Thrive Here
Why You'll Thrive Here
- Grow with us — ongoing training and advancement opportunities
- Lead with purpose — be a positive role model for youth
- Thrive in culture — work in a team that values inclusion, passion, and community impact
- Competitive pay: $18.50–$19.00/hr
- Consistent weekday schedule (AM and/or PM shifts)
- Health benefits, PTO, wellness resources, retirement contributions, and more
- Free family gym membership and employee discounts
- 17 years old with relevant experience or coursework in childcare, education, or recreation
- 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.
- 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
Salary : $19 - $19