YMCA of Orange County·La Habra, California
Guide children ages 4-12 through curriculum-aligned activities including STEM, arts, and homework. Create a safe, positive, and enriching environment while modeling core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Minimum Age: 18+ years old.
Please upload transcripts when applying. Invested in You: Benefits & Perks FREE YMCA Membership, Classes, and Pool Access. FREE Training & Certifications. Tuition Reimbursement. Program Discounts (up to 100% off childcare). Retirement Fund, Paid Sick Time. Medical/Dental/Vision for Full-Time staff. Learn more about the YMCA and opportunities at: www.ymcaoc.org/careers Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Qualifications
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have 48 college units or a passing proficiency exam. Six months of experience working with children in an after-school or daycare setting is preferred.
Market context
In California, support roles that work with children often draw steady interest because schools and programs need staff who can help maintain safe, inclusive environments. These roles can be competitive when candidates already have CPR, First Aid, and child abuse prevention training, plus experience working with diverse groups of children. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications are current before applying.