Youth Enrichment Instructor

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–$18.45/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

Locations: Safe 'N Sound YMCA Before & After School programs throughout Naperville, Aurora, and North Aurora for the 2026-2027 school year!

Qualifications:

• 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.

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