Youth & Government Instructor-Parkview Family YMCA

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Instructor to join our team! This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about mentoring young people, fostering creativity, and creating a positive, inclusive environment where teens can learn, grow, and have fun.
Why you’ll love the YMCA

As a part-time staff member, you will receive free individual membership or 65% off family membership and 50% discounted programs for you and your household. 

Other perks our Y employees enjoy: 

• Personal Development: You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career. 
• Childcare: While working, up to four hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular childwatch hours, also enjoy 50% discounted before and afterschool care and summer day camp options. 
• Fulfillment: Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community!

Responsibilities 

The Parkview Family YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic and attentive part-time Youth & Government Instructor to lead and facilitate the Youth & Government program.

• Connect: Build a strong foundation for teens interested in Youth & Government by engaging, mentoring, and encouraging participants to develop their leadership and civic engagement skills.
• Serve: Encourage teens to explore their creativity and ideas by guiding them through the process of creating a bill to present at the Statehouse Conference, while teaching them the importance of advocacy and civic involvement.
• Support: Assist with program activities, preparation, and transportation of participants to designated program locations and events, including the Statehouse Conference, as directed.

Requirements 

Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Positions that require an employee to drive YMCA vehicles require a clean driving record.
• One year of teaching or related experience in the program area preferred.
• Certification by an approved organization in the program area being led, when required.
• Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Excellent human relation skills and enthusiasm.
• Basic math skills and demonstrated recordkeeping proficiency.
• An elevated level of organization, flexibility, and ability to handle difficult situations effectively.
• Successfully complete within 60 days of hire: CPR/First Aid/O2 Certification, Bloodborne Pathogen training, Child Abuse

Salary: Part-time $12.44-14.50 hourly

Hours Available: Wednesdays 5:00pm-6:30pm (September- February) 

Location: Parkview Family YMCA, 10001 Dawsons Creek Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46825