Youth Enrichment Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Aug 20, 2025
Description Lead, Inspire, Grow: Shape the Future with Us as a 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-$18.03/hr Consistent weekday schedule, Monday-Friday 2-6pm Health benefits, PTO, wellness resources, retirement contributions, and more Free family gym membership and employee discounts Locations: Monarcas Academy - 5815 S Homan Ave., Chicago, IL 60629 Libby Elementary School - 5300 S. Loomis Blvd., Chicago, IL 60609 Daniel Webster Elementary School - 4055 W Arthington, Chicago, IL 60624 Roswell B. Mason Elementary School - 4217 W 18th St., Chicago, IL 60623 Langford Community Academy - 6010 S Throop St., Chicago, IL 60636 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 Qualifications Behaviors Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking Team Player - Works well as a member of a group Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Motivations Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.