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Full-Time Youth Enrichment Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago·Naperville, Illinois

$18 - $18/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Provide child-centered environments that promote learning, character development, and healthy living at elementary school locations. Ensure the safety, security, and overall enriching experience of all program participants.

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: $18.50–$19.00/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 2025-2026 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

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 17 years old with relevant experience or coursework in childcare, education, or recreation. Must be an enthusiastic leader and strong communicator passionate about youth development and equity.

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Youth Development
  • Program Management
  • Childcare
  • Character Development
  • Equity
  • Child Safety

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $18/hr
Location
Naperville, Illinois
Posted
Jun 16, 2026
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YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

Established in 1858, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago was created as a place where community members could find growth and support. Today, 165 years later, the YMCA of Metro Chicago has 14 centers, five camps, and nearly 100 extension sites, making the Y one of the largest...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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