Job Opportunity

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Enrichment Instructor is responsible for ensuring the design, development, and implementation of student centered clubs/programs at the assigned site, while working with youth in 6th - 12th grade. The Enrichment Instructor will work with the program participants and YMCA leadership, to provide after-school activities infusing youth-voice and inclusion through activities such sports, leadership, e-sports, gardening, STEM, etc. Teen interests must drive activity and club choice. The Enrichment Instructor may collaborate with and recruit community members/organizations to support student interest areas.

Enrichment Instructors must provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment consistent with the program model and goals and ensure the success of students.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB DUTIES:

• Develop and implement student-centered clubs and programs that promote cultural understanding, inclusion, and leadership development for students.
• Collaborate with YMCA leadership and community members/organizations to provide afterschool activities that align with student interests.
• Research and develop new creative programs, workshops, activities, and engagement methods to enhance the overall program that focuses on Teen Development.
• Provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment consistent with the program model and goals.
• Ensure the success of students by providing support and feedback that is consistent and appropriate for the dedicated teen(s).
• Assist in the supervision and guidance of junior staff members, providing mentorship and support as needed.
• Contribute to the development of our program by suggesting new ideas, participating in staff meetings, and providing feedback on program improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and incident reports.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering.
• Attend and facilitate general and site staff meetings and training sessions and give input. Be open to criticism, suggestions, and training from other staff.
• Ensure that all staff and participants are respectful of facility/property, and all of their rules and expectations are followed.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to ensure the highest standards of program quality and student success.
• Responds seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors, and responds quickly to policy and procedure violations using the organization’s progressive disciplinary procedures.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of YMCA mission, core values, purpose and goals, policies, and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Understanding of working with teens, group management, and group work
• Experience engaging middle and high school youth in recreation, leadership development, service learning, civic engagement, college and career pathways, and other personal development areas
• Exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making
• Possess a collaborative and flexible mindset that elevates youth voice and provide opportunities in areas where the candidate may not have expertise
• Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal skills, well organized and multi-tasked oriented.
• Lead by example, serve as a model of professionalism and competency for peers and employees
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Windows 10 and above, Canva, preferred
• Ability to operate other software applications as required

Education/Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of college and/or at least two years of experience in school-age programs preferred.
• Experience facilitating preferred.
• General office operations experience preferred
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certified (training available upon hire).

This position and its pay are dependent on the availability of funds and continuation of the contracted program. The current contract provides programming for June 2024 - July 2025 with the likely possibility of extension for an additional two years (until July 2027).