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Summer Youth Enrichment Instructor

YMCA
Chicago, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026

    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:

    • 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

    Perks & Benefits:

    • Competitive pay: $17.90–$18.03/hr

    • Consistent weekday schedule, Monday-Friday 8am-2pm

    • Health benefits, PTO, wellness resources, retirement contributions, and more

    • Free family gym membership and employee discounts

    Qualifications:

    • Must be at least 18 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials.
    • H.S. Diploma or GED along with related college coursework and/or equivalent experience in: childcare, education, recreation or related program. Additional educational or experience requirements may be required based on program license requirements. 
    • 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.

    Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

    • 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 : $18 - $18

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