Youth Development Instructor: School-Age Programs in Seattle, WA from YMCA, US

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Job Summary

The Y remains steadfast in our commitment to providing families with school-based solutions that ensure kids have enrichment opportunities, a safe and supportive place to connect with other kids, and access to their virtual learning classrooms.

Come be a part of that commitment by joining our Y Learning, Enrichment, and Play Academy team of staff. As a Youth Development Instructor for the Y LEAP Academy you will be part of an amazing team supporting our year-round school-age youth development programs. You will provide childcare, online learning support, enrichment & recreation activities, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn.

This is a part time position with shifts Monday – Friday between 7am – 6pm.

Program locations vary by branch with sites located in schools and facilities in the communities surrounding our YMCA branches.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities within the curriculum in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
• Leads activities that support online learning for students, supports daily online learning session for students.
• May provide guidance to staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children.
• Professionally communicates day-to-day, confidential and evaluative information with parents/guardians.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Assists in maintaining developmentally appropriate site including appearance, décor and cleanliness of site.
• May prepare and serve snacks. Cleans snack area.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Helps clean, organize and maintain program site.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Current state approved first-aid certification. *
• Current state approved community CPR certification. *
• Food worker card.*
• Completion of minimum STARS required training*
• 1-2 years’ experience with children; camps, child care, tutoring, nanny

Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered. * Ability to model and demonstrate Y values; caring, respect, responsibility and honesty

• Experience planning and implementing group activities
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

*At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 90 days after employment)

If position requires driving:

• Current Driver’s License with a minimum 3 years safe driving experience and a driving record which meets or exceeds YMCA standards
• Maximum one minor violation
• No speeding violation of more than 20mph over the limit

You’ll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment
• Are very adaptable
• Have high ownership and strong work ethic
• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet
• Truly enjoy being of service to people
• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together
• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

Starting pay rate: $16.39/Hr

At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.

Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.

“YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to or the HR department at 206.382.5082.”

MISSION STATEMENT:

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

OUR VALUES:

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

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