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Sports Instructor Opportunity     The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a part-time Sports Instructor to provide leadership to different age groups all while promoting a high-energy, fun and positive environment for program participants! You will be responsible for the planning of sports programs and supervision of different age groups in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA.    Salary range starts at $15.40 per hour   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Requirements: - Must be at least 16 years of age. - Must have prior experience sports/specialty experience (i.e. Playing, Coaching, etc.) Child Abuse Prevention: This position 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 YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Find Your Purpose!     Family Support Specialist Opportunity with our Early Education and Childcare Team at the North Lawndale YMCA!    The Family Support Specialist, in collaboration with the site director, ensures that the program serves the number of eligible children for which it is funded.  In partnership with parents, the Family Service Worker develops mutually trusting relationships, acts as an advocate for families and provides support services as needed.  The Family Service Worker will assist families in determining their needs and in identifying and developing goals to address those needs. Additionally, the Family Service Worker will identify, develop and maintain community partnerships and resources that address health, social service, mental health, and disability needs of families.   Scope of Responsibilities:  - In cooperation with the Site Director, develop and implement recruitment plan to assure maximum enrollment, and maintain an up-to-date waiting list. Complete all related recruitment tracking instruments and reports, as required. - Determine children’s eligibility for all program models assigned at the site (EHS/HS/PI/PFA/CCAP). - Complete and maintain all required documentation for enrollment, per funding sources. - Provide case management services to families in the program, including direct services to families by assisting them in determining family strengths, needs and goals. - Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of family needs; develop resources; provide referrals and supportive services to assist families in meeting identified needs; and document and report on all social service activity, as required. - Encourage and support parent development through volunteer and parent training opportunities. Develop and participate in parent development activities and meetings. - Implement the Parents as Teachers curriculum, providing monthly individual and group socialization activities for families of infants, toddlers and two year olds. - Provide leadership to the child health, mental health, and disabilities functional areas and to the Family and Community Partnership Content Area, ensuring the provision of appropriate and required services including screening, assessment, testing, treatment, follow up, and transition services to all identified children and/or parents. - Identify and develop resources to meet identified health, social service, mental health, and disabilities service needs; develop effective working relationships with related and relevant resources. - Maintain professionalism in attire and demeanor; observe and respect issues of confidentiality, ethics, and best practices of the Early Childhood and Social Work Professions. - Maintain required program records in accordance with YMCA procedures, funding source and program performance standards, and applicable licensing and accreditation standards. - Maintain current and up-to- date family and child information in the COPA data system. - Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings to plan for and deliver collaborative services across all components. - Meet regularly with parents and other staff regarding each child’s status and progress. - Conduct home visits for purposes of assessment and support, and to share information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress. - In conjunction with team members, plan and conduct regular parent meetings and parent engagement activities. - Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality  at all times   Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services or a related field. - Parents as Teachers Certification preferred. Must be obtained within three months from date of employment. - Prior experience in casework, in community organizations, and working with families from diverse backgrounds. - Prior experience working with children ages 0 – 3 with special needs/ disabilities preferred. - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission. - Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email, database software; ability to learn and adapt to new technology. - Ability to be flexible with time for evening home visits, meetings, and possible weekend parent activities. - Must carry adequate automobile insurance and provide proof of insurance. - Ability to relate to children with special needs/ disabilities in high risk families and communities. - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice. - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. - Ability to obtain DCFS background check clearance and provide pre-employment medical screening documentation   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.   Commitment to Inclusion Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.   YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two days before your start date, whichever occurs later, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Make a Difference in Your Community!     Part-time Food Aide position   The starting pay rate for this role is $17.14 per hour   The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.   Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.   Under the direction of the Site Director, the Food Aide is responsible for the operation of the food service program at the site. The Food Aide implements the cycle menu, prepares food and distributes to classrooms, completes Child and Adult Care Food Program paperwork and supports center staff with nutrition activities in the classrooms.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Scope of Responsibilities: - Implements the cycle menu in accordance with policies, procedures, and established practices; Includes adherence Head Start Performance Standards, and the guidelines established by the Child and Adult Care Food Program. - Prepares food needed for meals and snacks served on site and for field trips for center-based programs and home-based socializations. - Meets the “time of day meal service” guidelines required by the Child and Adult Care Food Program. - Joins the children and other staff at the table during mealtimes whenever possible. - Cleans and maintains kitchen, food service utensils, equipment, and food storage areas to standards mandated by the Chicago Health Department and best practices with regards to food safety and sanitation. - Assists with purchases and provides set up of foods for nutrition curriculum and children’s cooking projects in the classroom. - Maintains all required Child and Adult Care Food Program paperwork. Paperwork includes menu production records, monthly adjustment sheets, food transport records, inventories, cycle menus, attendance sheets and food purchase receipts. Compiles monthly reports accurately. Turns in all monthly Child and Adult Care Food Program documentation on time. - Posts and maintains all required Child and Adult Care Food public notices. - Refers child nutrition concerns to the Site Director. - Participates in team meetings, nutrition-related activities, required in-services, and all Food Aide events and trainings. Requirements: - High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or higher  - Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the preparation of large quantities of food for institutions and related safety practices - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission - Ability to relate well to parents, children and other staff members. - Organizational skills, time management skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. - Ability to keep detailed, accurate and complete reports and records and documentation. - Proficient verbal and written communication skills - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Y Team competencies in previous experience or practice. - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. YMCA Vaccine Policy  We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Join our team for the experience of a lifetime!     Master Teacher Opportunity   Earn a $300 signing bonus 30 days after your start date as an active Y employee!   Position pay range: $60k-$69.1k   Now hiring for the following YMCA Neighborhood Locations: Dr. Effie O Ellis Head Start- Homan Square Garfield YMCA- Homan Square Jean Kenney YMCA- Auburn Park McCormick YMCA- Logan Square   The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Master Teacher for our early learning programs. The Master Teacher provides effective instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children ages 3-5, in a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom climate.     The Y offers a variety of impactful programming to all ages and families. Following the Y's impact for more than 150 years, the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families, and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living.    We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment, and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.  Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes character development, healthy living, and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families, and communities.   The Master Teacher provides effective instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children ages 3-5, in a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom climate. Responsibilities include planning, curriculum implementation, and learning experiences that provide essential opportunities to develop social/emotional abilities and interactions, practice problem solving and academic skills, and advance the intellectual and physical development readiness of children for school. The Master Teacher maintains a safe and healthy environment and ensures that the individual needs of the children are met, in with accordance performance and outcome standards, as prescribed by agency funding partners, federal, state, and local standards, and organizational goals and values.     Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Scope of Responsibilities: - Demonstrate and promote high-quality teaching and learning in the classroom that fosters academic readiness. - Build a safe, orderly, and inclusive classroom environment in which children are encouraged to participate as individuals as well as members of the classroom community.   - Exhibit enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with children, parents, co-workers, administrators, and the community. - Introduce and follow a consistent daily schedule which includes a balance of teacher and child-directed activities, choice time, small and large group, content physical and outdoor activities, effective transitions, meals, and rest period. - Emphasize aspects of math, literacy, and cultural diversity in all aspects of the program. - Demonstrate competency and respect for families’ social-cultural background by incorporating the cultural, linguistic family values and beliefs into the classroom and lesson plans. - Incorporate rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) that will support children’s academic, intellectual, and linguistic development. - Promote and reinforce family engagement in all aspects of the program and awareness through a variety of methods and ensure parents receive adequate information about their child’s experiences through regular contacts, and scheduled home visits and parent/teacher conferences. - Utilize fidelity measures to support the implementation of English Language Learner programs, and to inform linguistic and culturally responsive practices. - Develop a professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom, establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities; and to share and exchange information/ideas. - Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention of eligible families. - Provides functional training and guidance to staff, interns, substitutes, and volunteers assigned to the classroom. - Maintain regular job attendance, professionalism in attire and demeanor, observe and respect issues of confidentiality, ethics, and best practices. - Accept and perform other duties or responsibilities assigned. - Participate in ongoing development and evaluation of the center’s goals and objectives.   - Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality at all times. - Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.     Lesson Planning and Classroom Management - Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom and ensures the health and physical safety of children, at all times - Lead responsibility to plan and implement appropriate daily lesson plans, based upon the approved curriculum, that promotes cultural sensitivity and the cognitive, language, social/emotional, and physical development of children - Create daily opportunities that introduce math and literacy concepts using a variety of approaches - Prepare classroom environment and materials to support curriculum and learning experiences - Individualize and adjust activities, instructional methods, and environment to meet the children’s varying strengths, needs, interests, and abilities - Guide and facilitate lesson plans which reflect mandated elements that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, and parents involvement - Implement studies/projects for an in-depth investigation of a topic over time, and arrange for special guests and field trips to enhance children’s learning experiences - Convene team planning/meeting to plan, discuss strategies, review children’s data, meetings and provide guidance and support to classroom team in implementing the curriculum with fidelity - Provide opportunities for parent participation in classroom activities and parent/child activities at home   - Complete quarterly inventory of classroom to identify and prioritize equipment and supplies needed, and coordinate with site director in making purchases - Organize and label materials, arrange and change furnishings to maintain and encourage new learning; and appropriately display children’s work and their families   Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports - Administer and accurately document ongoing development using the identified screening and assessment tools, at established intervals; and provide guidance and assistance to parents with completion of parents questionnaires - Observe children daily to determine and support social/emotional, cognitive, perceptual, physical, language, mathematics, and scientific reasoning  skills, interests, and needs; and use this information to inform planning and facilitate learning - Complete observation and quarterly assessment of children, according to the methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD - Enter data for children into the appropriate information systems, according to set guidelines and timeframes   - Attend internal staffing with FSW and participate in any additional staffing on children suspected or identified with special needs, and assist with the completion of referrals for further evaluation - Maintain an ongoing comprehensive portfolio for each child, including works samples and quarterly developmental assessment - Input classroom data weekly into appropriate information systems    - Perform recordkeeping responsibilities for children and the classroom function   - Generate and complete reports, using them to inform planning and information sharing with others   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: - Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and PEL certification or signed contingency to obtain by June 2023; bilingual or ESL Endorsement may be desired based on program needs - 1-3 years of experience in preschool/pre-kindergarten required and knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum design and teaching and instruction - Effective organizational, planning, and group management skills with children - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission - Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to tailor communication to different audiences - Ability to build rapport and respect the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the population served   - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Travel in Chicago area communities for Family Home Visits and training - Maintain accurate and complete records and documentation as needed - Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, email and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology - Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice - Willing and able to work flexible hours to accommodate program needs - Meet required physical qualifications and annual requirements, as outlined in the job description - The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities - This position is a union position  YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

  Make A Difference In Your Community!      The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Assistant Teacher for our Head Start programs   Earn a $300 signing bonus 30 days after your start date as an active Y employee!   This position starts at $21.04 per hour   Now hiring for the following YMCA Locations/Neighborhoods: Garfield Children Services/Homan Square North Lawndale YMCA/Homan Square South Side YMCA/Woodlawn Jeanne Kenney Day Care Center/Auburn Park Rauner Family YMCA/ Pilsen-Little Village     The Head Start Assistant Teacher works cooperatively to with both classroom teachers to ensure prompt and responsive care to each child, responding to their emotional, social, and physical, and educational needs.    The Y offers a variety of impactful programming to all ages and families. Following the Y's impact for more than 150 years, the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families, and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living.    We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment, and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.  Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living, and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families, and communities.   The Head Start Assistant Teacher in collaboration with the Head Start Teacher provides support in effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children 3-5 years old. The Head Start Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Scope of Responsibilities: - Demonstrate enthusiasm and interpersonal skills in order to relate well with children, parents, co-workers, administrators, and the community - Support high-quality teaching and learning in the classroom that promotes academic readiness - Maintains awareness and supervision of the needs of all children and ensures their health and physical safety at all times - Aid in the guidance and support of all children including dual language learners and those with special needs - Support and assist Teachers in the implementation of English Language Learner programs to inform linguistic and culturally responsive practices - Utilize available resources to adapt and apply different instructional methods to support children’s varying needs - Assumes the lead in selected activities throughout periods of the day - Model and promote appropriate grammar, language, positive interactions, and discipline for children and parents - Establish and maintain a cooperative attitude of working together with adults assigned to the classroom in planning and implementing activities - Assist with preparations for Parent Meetings, Parent/Teacher Conferences, Parent/Child Activities, and other classrooms/center events - Aid in completion of all necessary paperwork for classroom activities  - Annually complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development, through participation in offered training, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences, and maintain a log of professional development requirements, including documents supporting completion - Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention of eligible families - Adhere to Head Start Performance Standards, Developmentally Appropriate Practices and the Creative Curriculum for Preschool - Observe and respect issues of confidentiality   Lesson Planning and Classroom Management - Collaborate with classroom team members to develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities, and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, and parent involvement - Gather, arrange and display children’s work to help in a manner appropriate for their eye level - Assist classroom team to maintain an attractive, clean, safe, and engaging classroom environment that includes positive guidance techniques and that encourages support children's independence and self-selection of activities - Model and implement family-style eating during meal times - Regularly sanitize all surfaces, classroom toys, equipment, and laundry - Assist with classroom management, arrangement, organization, and labeling materials - Assume joint share of classroom team to maintain a safe, clean, environment, and practice good personal hygiene and frequent hand washing - Assist with completion of classroom inventory quarterly and the selection of materials and equipment to support instruction and children’s learning   Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports - Timely and accurately administer required screenings  - Observe, document, and assess children’s health, skills, behavior, growth, and development  - Follow the established system for collecting and managing daily observations of children, including weekly entries on-line  - Take pictures and maintain anecdotal notes, written observations, and other approved forms of documentation for each child - Maintain documentation of each child’s progress and growth according to Head Start guidelines and the methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD - Input classroom data into appropriate information systems, as required (TSG, Home Visits, and Parent/Teacher Conferences) - Adhere to timelines and complete child assessment information, at least four times annually  - Complete all necessary paperwork for classroom activities including attendance and meal count sheets - Assume joint share of the classroom team to maintain and ensure accurate and up-to-date education folders and portfolios for each child - Observe and respect issues of confidentiality   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: - Associate’s Degree or equivalent in Child Development/Early Childhood Education or related field with a minimum of 15 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education - At least 3 months of experience working in a classroom setting required - Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment - Must meet annual physical requirements - Experience working with children ages 3-5 years old preferred - Ability to read, comprehend and interpret documents such as policies and procedures - Demonstrated understanding of child growth and development - Ability to build rapport with children, parents, and families of high risk - Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs - Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training - This position is a union position YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days before your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Make A Difference In Your Community!      Early Head Start - Teacher Opportunity   Earn a $300 signing bonus 30 days after your start date as an active Y employee!   Now hiring for the following Locations/Neighborhoods:   North Lawdale/Homan Square Marshall/East Garfield Park South Side YMCA/ Woodlawn   The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Teacher for our Early Head Start program. The Early Head Start Teacher provides effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children ages 6 weeks-3 years old. This position will have a base located at the South Side YMCA center, a community-focused nonprofit, located at 6330 S Stony Is Ave, Chicago, IL 60637.   The Y offers a variety of impactful programming to all ages and families. Following the Y's impact for more than 150 years, the mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families, and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living.    We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment, and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.  Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living, and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families, and communities.   Job Summary: The Early Head Start Teacher provides effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation, and related research for children ages 6 weeks-3 years old. The Early Head Start Teacher is responsible for providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences, supervision of children assigned in the classroom, and providing a supportive and positive classroom climate, while ensuring the individual needs of the children are met as mandated by Head Start, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Scope of Responsibilities: - Provide a positive climate, responsive caregiving, and continuity to help children develop secure relationships while focusing on the children’s social and emotional well-being. - Work with an assigned group of infants, toddlers and two’s, applying best practices for care and physical safety - Facilitate and nurture the development of each child’s self-esteem, trust, and growing autonomy. - Integrate and assist children with special needs. - Partner with families and encourage parent involvement through a variety of methods (e.g. classroom parent meetings & events and parent/child home activities). - Obtain families’ social-cultural background information and designs meaningful learning experiences for children based on their findings. - Incorporate rigorous academic instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) that will support children’s academic, intellectual, and linguistic development. - Utilize fidelity measures to support the implementation of English Language Learner programs, and to inform linguistic and culturally responsive practices. - Schedule and conduct at least two Home Visits and two Parent/Teacher Conferences annually for each child, each program year. - Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the entire classroom; and ensure routines such as diapering, toileting/training, hand washing, meals are handled promptly and consistently with state and local regulations. - Follow a consistent schedule that meets the individual needs of each child, including skill development, meals, napping, and effective transition between activities. - Respond quickly and appropriately to children’s different and personal needs (verbal and non-verbal cues) and temperament styles - Engage and guide children at play, meeting them at their physical level (kneeling, bending, or sitting on the floor). - Complete at least thirty clock hours of professional development annually, through participation in offered training, workshops, in-service days, all staff conferences; and maintain a log of professional development achievements, including documents supporting completion. - Participate and support agency/center efforts toward recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention of eligible families. - Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed.   Lesson Planning and Classroom Management - Create and maintain an engaging learning environment that encourages exploration, interactions with adult caregivers, and  independence - Provide designated areas in the classroom to exhibit displays of families, children, and their work. - Develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, and outcomes that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities, and parent activities. - Provide age-appropriate and individual learning experiences that incorporate social-emotional and cognitive development, early language and literacy, physical development, and integration of the arts. - Establish a professional rapport and work cooperatively with adults assigned to the classroom (e.g. Teachers, Assistants, Aides, Para-professionals, Parents, and Volunteers), establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities. - Communicate regularly and convene meetings with the classroom team to review classroom and child data, seek input, discuss strategies, develop plans and create a cooperative relationship and environment. - Supply suitable materials concrete and relevant to the children’s interests and culture that promotes high-quality early learning. - Complete classroom inventory quarterly; identify and select materials, supplies, and equipment to support children’s learning; and rotate materials to maintain and encourage new learning. - Perform and ensure regular sanitation of all surfaces, changing stations, equipment classroom toys, and laundry.   Assist in Evaluations, Assessments, and Reports - Administer and accurately document initial and ongoing development using required screening tools at established intervals. - Observe children to evaluate and record their progress, recommend and complete referrals for further evaluation. - Participate in initial and additional internal and external staffing with parent and FSW on all children suspected and/or identified with special needs. - Establish and maintain a system for collecting and managing daily observations of children. - Complete observation and quarterly assessment of individual children according to methods of Teaching Strategies GOLD. - Generate and complete reports using them for planning and sharing information with others. - Maintain up-to-date child education file and portfolio progress and development. - Enter individual child and classroom data into appropriate information systems according to established guidelines and timeframes.   - Complete and timely submit required paperwork (e.g. health check, attendance, meals, communication logs, lesson plans, and monthly reports). - Observe and respect issues of confidentiality 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   Minimum and Preferred Requirements: - Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with two Infant/Toddler courses (minimum 6 college credit hours) - Level 4 Gateways Infant/Toddler Certification or Erikson Institute Infant/Toddler Certification - 1 -3 years in an early childhood classroom required, preferably in a NAEYC accredited program and/or an Early Head Start or Prevention Initiative funded program - Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment - Must meet annual physical exam requirements - Experience using Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold preferred - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum design and teaching and instruction for children ages 0-3 - Ability to analyze and interpret Head Start Standards, State and local licensing requirements - Ability to build rapport with children, parents, and families of high risk - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and experience with database and/or recordkeeping software - Computer literacy required; must be ab - le to navigate basic computer functions, complete online training and communicate by email independently - Willing and able to work flexible hours, potentially including some evenings and Saturdays; hours may be adjusted to accommodate program needs - Occasional travel in the Chicagoland area may be required for training - This is a union position    YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two days before start date, whichever occurs later, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Make a Difference in Your Community!     **3 month Temporary assignment**Early Education and Childcare Site Director Opportunity at North Lawndale Children Services!   The mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.     This Site Director is responsible for the overall administration of developmentally appropriate early learning programs including compliance with all applicable licensing and funding regulations (Federal, State, City and State Pre-K); and contributes and adheres to the development of agency and Early Education & Care plans and goals, as well as establishing relationships with community health and welfare services. The Site Director provides oversight and support of ExceleRate Illinois™, National Accreditation and acting as DCFS “Director on Record” for all child care programs on site.   Scope of Responsibilities:   Implements programming in accordance with the YMCA mission and the Illinois Department of Human Services requirements by performing the following duties:   Program Management   - Monitors and supports the implementation of program practices in accordance with city and state licensing requirements, NAEYC accreditation and ExceleRate Illinois™.  Supports staff in preparing for these visits. - Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal funding agencies. - Plans and conducts parent and staff meetings to adhere to YMCA and contract requirements. - Conducts tours of the facility for potential families; manages enrollment and waiting lists. - Supports implementation of the Creative Curriculum System as the essential curriculum. Designs meetings and professional development experiences as needed to support this process.   - Supports the Learning and Evaluation team to train, manage and evaluate staff in accordance with NAEYC, IDHS, ExceleRate Illinois™ and YMCA policies. - Assists in grant applications and grant reporting as needed. - Assists in the development of plans for ongoing growth and improved quality of services to children and families. - Monitors and makes staffing adjustments, as necessary, to ensure that ratios are in compliance for the age groups served. - Ensures that all programs are distributing newsletters, holding conferences and organizing family events. Promotes the staff in keeping portfolios on each child and developing documentation panels in the program.   - Will respect confidentiality of each child participating in the program. - Ensures high quality programming by providing a safe, interactive and engaging environment that assures the well-being of children. - Monitors safety and cleanliness of program facility/areas and outdoor play areas. - Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards (including the NAEYC Code of Ethics) when working with students, parents, personnel and other agencies associated with the program. - Is responsible for recruiting and enrolling children in programs per contract requirements.   - Maintains staff files in compliance with the IDCFS licensing standards. - Maintains children's files in compliance with the IDCFS licensing standards, and maintaining IDCFS rules and regulations in all areas of the child care center. - Maintains and communicates YMCA policies and procedures with the staff, children and families. - Honors and respects families by implementing culturally responsive practices. - Completes daily, weekly and monthly program reports in a timely manner. - Confers with parents regarding facility activities, policies, and enrollment procedures by maintaining either written or verbal communication with parents as needed. - Wears YMCA uniform and arrives at the program on time and ready to work. Supervisory - Assists in recruitment, recommends for hire, supervises, and coaches staff of varied levels of education and experience to ensure program quality and positive outcomes for children and families. - Conducts monthly classroom observations (at a minimum) and reviews 20% of center files for each program component. - Conducts annual evaluations with employees and encourages annual goal development and growth of all staff.   - Ensures that staff are establishing a safe, nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom climate that includes the following elements: - incorporates a strengths-based approach to developing positive relationships. - instills motivation, promotes collaboration, and supports well-being of others. - has clear/consistent classroom routines, transitions, and lesson activities. - implements developmentally appropriate instructional strategies. - supports a learning environment around inquiry and play based experiences. - utilizes effective, age appropriate classroom management practices that promote responsibility. - embeds the experiential learning approach within all learning experiences. - Confers with teaching staff regarding children's learning and development. Encourages and supports teaching staff to utilize children’s evaluation data when planning learning experiences. - Encourages the input of the family into the goals of children using portfolios and assessment materials. - Assists the onboarding team with new hire orientation of all staff, including training of Creative Curriculum, NAEYC, ExceleRate Illinois™, Ethics, Mandated Reporting, Emergency Preparedness, First Aid/ CPR, etc.   Financial Management - Provides input, as requested to program budget.  Assists in management of program revenue and expenditures; prepares billing and reconciliations. - Facilitates payroll management and scheduling for the child care programs.   - Manages inventory of program, office and other operational supplies.. Requests purchases and collaborates with staff for instructional materials and teaching aids such as books, toys and materials designed to stimulate learning. - Assists in grant applications and grant reporting as needed. Administrative - Builds and manages effective relationships with internal and external partners – attends meetings, functions, and required events.  Also provides tours to stakeholders and other guests as requested. - Participates in professional learning communities with staff to improve program practice. - Plays an active role in promoting all YMCA offerings, programs and services. - Other duties as assigned. Minimum and Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Recreation or a related field with a minimum of 24 semester hours related to early childhood education or child development and 9 semester hours in administration, leadership or management - Minimum of 3 - 5 years in an early learning setting with 3 - 5 years direct supervisory experience - Experience required in the operation of a child development center, day care center, nursery school, or kindergarten - Preferred candidates will have an Illinois Director Credential (unless holds another NAEYC recognized Director Credential), CLASS Certification and/or Illinois ECE or Infant Toddler Level V or higher credential, or will be willing to pursue these within two years of hire - Experience leading, motivating and supporting a diverse, high-performing team including identifying, selecting, onboarding, developing and evaluating team members and facilitating change. - Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with families, staff and other stakeholders and constituents and act as a role model to others. - Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness. - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills. - Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple, non-technical audiences including team, families, and other constituents. - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission - Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and email; ability to learn and adapt to new technology - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team Leader competencies in previous experience or practice - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities 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 YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.  

Find Your Purpose!     Program Director for Family and Community Engagement    The Program Director for Family and Community Engagement and ERSEA is responsible for the implementation of policies and procedures for Family and Community Partnerships, ERSEA and assist with Program Governance to meet all contract requirements.   We rely on the expertise, passion, commitment, and energy of our teachers and other team members to help us achieve our mission one child, one family, and one team member at a time.  Our early learning programs create a child-centered environment that promotes character development, healthy living, and positive, nurturing relationships. With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families, and communities.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Scope of Responsibilities: - Develop and implement a process of on-going monitoring of each child care site to include quarterly classroom observations, review of files, follow-up on needed services, and implementation of policies, procedures and standards relevant to assigned content. - Assist sites in program activities to recruit, enroll, and maintain eligible families. - Monitor ERSEA and Program Governance requirements to ensure compliance. - Provide consultation, technical assistance, resources, training and support to all child care staff in the assigned content areas. - Collaborate with Operation Managers, CYS, CPS State-PreK, and other contract staff to ensure inclusive services for children and families. - Research, assemble, compile and evaluate manual and computerized data for reporting and development of improvement and strategic plans as needed. - Collaborate with management and funding agencies to develop a seamless system of services delivery for children and families. - Acts as a team leader, providing training, coaching and guidance to develop child care staff and optimize team performance  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   Minimum and Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in social services or a related field - 1 to 3 years of experience in child care or related field, providing a high –quality experience. - Preferred experience with Early Head Start/Head Start programs. - Team leadership experience coaching or directing team members is preferred. - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission. - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences - Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model - Customer service orientation with the ability to effectively communicate on a regular basis with internal customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service. - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Ability to organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness. - Ability to keep detailed, accurate and complete records and documentation as needed. - Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email; ability to learn and adapt to new technology. - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice. - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Find Your Purpose!     Family Support Specialist Opportunity with our Early Education and Childcare Team at the North Lawndale YMCA!    The Family Support Specialist, in collaboration with the site director, ensures that the program serves the number of eligible children for which it is funded.  In partnership with parents, the Family Service Worker develops mutually trusting relationships, acts as an advocate for families and provides support services as needed.  The Family Service Worker will assist families in determining their needs and in identifying and developing goals to address those needs. Additionally, the Family Service Worker will identify, develop and maintain community partnerships and resources that address health, social service, mental health, and disability needs of families.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Scope of Responsibilities:  - In cooperation with the Site Director, develop and implement recruitment plan to assure maximum enrollment, and maintain an up-to-date waiting list. Complete all related recruitment tracking instruments and reports, as required. - Determine children’s eligibility for all program models assigned at the site (EHS/HS/PI/PFA/CCAP). - Complete and maintain all required documentation for enrollment, per funding sources. - Provide case management services to families in the program, including direct services to families by assisting them in determining family strengths, needs and goals. - Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of family needs; develop resources; provide referrals and supportive services to assist families in meeting identified needs; and document and report on all social service activity, as required. - Encourage and support parent development through volunteer and parent training opportunities. Develop and participate in parent development activities and meetings. - Implement the Parents as Teachers curriculum, providing monthly individual and group socialization activities for families of infants, toddlers and two year olds. - Provide leadership to the child health, mental health, and disabilities functional areas and to the Family and Community Partnership Content Area, ensuring the provision of appropriate and required services including screening, assessment, testing, treatment, follow up, and transition services to all identified children and/or parents. - Identify and develop resources to meet identified health, social service, mental health, and disabilities service needs; develop effective working relationships with related and relevant resources. - Maintain professionalism in attire and demeanor; observe and respect issues of confidentiality, ethics, and best practices of the Early Childhood and Social Work Professions. - Maintain required program records in accordance with YMCA procedures, funding source and program performance standards, and applicable licensing and accreditation standards. - Maintain current and up-to- date family and child information in the COPA data system. - Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings to plan for and deliver collaborative services across all components. - Meet regularly with parents and other staff regarding each child’s status and progress. - Conduct home visits for purposes of assessment and support, and to share information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress. - In conjunction with team members, plan and conduct regular parent meetings and parent engagement activities. - Discreetly handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality  at all times   Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services or a related field. - Parents as Teachers Certification preferred. Must be obtained within three months from date of employment. - Prior experience in casework, in community organizations, and working with families from diverse backgrounds. - Prior experience working with children ages 0 – 3 with special needs/ disabilities preferred. - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission. - Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), email, database software; ability to learn and adapt to new technology. - Ability to be flexible with time for evening home visits, meetings, and possible weekend parent activities. - Must carry adequate automobile insurance and provide proof of insurance. - Ability to relate to children with special needs/ disabilities in high risk families and communities. - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice. - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. - Ability to obtain DCFS background check clearance and provide pre-employment medical screening documentation   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.   YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two days before your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Mark Sheridan Math & Science Academy located in Chicago, IL is hiring a Youth Enrichment Instructor position for the 2022-2023 school year.   Salary range of $15.90-$16.40 per hour   Join our team for the experience of a lifetime!     At the Y, we create an exciting, safe and engaging environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable experience. While children are developing new skills, our Out of School Time employee are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.   The Out of School Time Programs in the City of Chicago take place on-site in Chicago Public Schools and Acero Charter Schools and some YMCA Membership Centers.   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   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Requirements & Preferred Qualifications for this position are: - Must be at least 17 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials. - S. Diploma or GED along with related college coursework and/or equivalent experience in: childcare, education, recreation or related program. Additional educational or experience requirements may be required based on program license requirements. - Must have the proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty. - Commitment to and passion for the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission is required including a passion for working with diverse youth. - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences. 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 YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Irving Park YMCA is now hiring a Yoga Instructors and Cyclist Instructors!     Share you passion.  You are the “Y”.   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! As a Group Exercise Instructor you will instruct group classes in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures to be an integral part of the YMCA's committment to strengthening bodies, minds, and neighborhoods.   Requirements: - Must have basic knowledge of fitness or equivalent work/education experience. - Must have at minimum 25 hours of practical experience as a fitness class instructor. - Must have the ability to lead a fitness class and to motivate and educate members in the field of physical fitness. - Must be able to respond to safety and emergency situations; ability to set up, move, and store equipment. - Must be at least 18 years of age. YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted. 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

Are you looking for a fun Summer job?     The YMCA is hiring seasonal Summer Camp, Sports Camp Instructors! Join us for the experience of a lifetime.  The Summer Sports Camp Counselor serves as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Summer Sports Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time. Summer Sports Camp Counselors receive comprehensive training, a Monday thru Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to cool places, the chance to meet and work with amazing co-workers, and a free Y membership!! Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities As a Summer Sports Camp Counselor, you are responsible to: - Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents, and families - Lead recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to: sports, social recreation, songfests, and other games and hobbies - Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged - Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies - Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders, and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule - Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities - Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards, and critically evaluating situations for potential risks - Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety - Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary - Set-up facilities and/or equipment for activities and store equipment appropriately after use and work to keep camp facilities clean at all times   Minimum Requirements & Preferred Qualifications: - Must be at least 16 years of age - A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth - Enjoy being outdoors, are creative, and not afraid to work and play hard - Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports, or related is a plus but not required.  - You will be 16 years of age or older by the start of camp - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences - Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide high-quality instruction using age-appropriate practices - Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in the job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities   Child Abuse Prevention / Support 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  YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely held religious beliefs is granted.

Make A Difference In Your Community!      The Buehler YMCA is hiring seasonal Summer Camp, Gymnastics Camp and Sports Camp Unit Leaders! Join us for the experience of a lifetime.  The Summer Gymnastics Camp Unit Leader and Summer Sports Camp Unit Leader serve as a professional role model for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Summer Camp Unit Leader ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time. As a Summer Camp Unit Leaders receive comprehensive training, a Monday thru Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to cool places, the chance to meet and work with amazing co-workers, and a free Y membership!! As a Summer Camp Unit Leader, you are responsible to: - Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents, and families - Lead recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to: sports, social recreation, songfests, and other games and hobbies - Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged - Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies - Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders, and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule - Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities - Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards, and critically evaluating situations for potential risks - Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety - Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary - Set-up facilities and/or equipment for activities and store equipment appropriately after use and work to keep camp facilities clean at all times   Minimum Requirements & Preferred Qualifications: - Must be at least 18 years of age - A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth. - Enjoy being outdoors, are creative, and not afraid to work and play hard. - Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports, or related is a plus but not required.  - You will be 18 years of age or older by the start of camp.  - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences - Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide high-quality instruction using age-appropriate practices. - Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model. - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills. Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in the job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.   All YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago employees are required to support 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

Join our team for the experience of a lifetime!     At the Y, we create an exciting, safe and engaging environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable experience. While children are developing new skills, our Out of School Time employee are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.   The Out of School Time Programs in the City of Chicago take place on-site in Chicago Public Schools and Acero Charter Schools and some YMCA Membership Centers.   The YMCA of Metro Chicago is now hiring Part-time Youth Enrichment Instructors!     Pay range: $15.90 - $16.40 per hour.   Now hiring for the following YMCA Neighborhood Locations: - Lakeview YMCA – Lake View - Charter Schools – Lake View/Edgewater/Rogers Park - Rauner YMCA – OST locations are in Lake View/Edgewater/Rogers Park/Galewood - Kelly Hall - Humboldt Park 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   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Requirements & Preferred Qualifications for this position are: - Must be at least 17 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials. - S. Diploma or GED along with related college coursework and/or equivalent experience in: childcare, education, recreation or related program. Additional educational or experience requirements may be required based on program license requirements. - Must have the proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty. - Commitment to and passion for the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission is required including a passion for working with diverse youth. - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences. 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 YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.

Make a Difference in Your Community! The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is one of the largest associations of YMCAs in the nation. Our mission is to develop strong children, families, and communities across the Metropolitan Chicago area through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness, and healthy living. This position and team play a vital role in our ability to execute our mission.   Salary range is $48,000-$65,000.00   The Executive Assistant assists the Chief of Staff and assigned staff by providing high-level administrative support involving the use of discretion and independent judgement.  The Executive Assistant must possess a high standard of work ethic, exercise discretion when handling confidential information, pay close attention to detail and have the ability to set priorities and anticipate needs.  The Executive Assistant will be expected to become knowledgeable about all facets of Operations.    Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees  - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!   Scope of Responsibilities: - Manages the CEO's schedule as well as schedules for assigned team members.  - Makes all travel arrangements as necessary and prepares expense reports.  - Maintain a comprehensive understanding of department workflow. - Screens all incoming telephone calls thoroughly and with diplomacy.  Provide preliminary information to internal and external callers as appropriate and direct inquiries and requests as needed. - Manage correspondence, requests and information needs related to department activities including: tracking mail, handling acknowledgments, responding to requests and assisting staff in coordinating materials for meetings, reports, projects and mailings. - Direct contract approval process for the Legal Team and maintain a file of all executed contracts. - Uses discretion and independent judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information  - Maintains highly confidential executive and Board files and correspondence. - Coordinates arrangements for meetings of various committees, task forces, public officials and groups. - Maintains computer databases for various reports, committees and mailings. - Coordinates staff business cards, stationery orders and office supplies for business/administrative offices. - Gathers data, compiles and prepares all national statistical and assigned strategic plan reports. - Responsible for processing accounts payable, purchase orders, maintenance of A/P files, ensure A/P items are credited to proper account and reconciliation of A/P monthly reports. - Supports the mission and vision of the YMCA as assigned. - 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 the appropriate department. - Completing all child abuse prevention training as required Requirements: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.  - Five years or more years of related experience working as an assistant to executives or administrators, preferably in a not-for-profit setting. - Ability to work in a high paced environment. - Strong organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities, juggle multiple tasks, organize time effectively, conduct research and identify resources for projects.  - Skilled at coordinating complex meetings and travel arrangements. - Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to work both in groups and individually to meet goals and to develop strong working relationships with internal staff and external constituents. - High degree of motivation and self-discipline with a strong work ethic.  Maintains a conscientious approach to work with the ability to meet tight deadlines, anticipate needs and be proactive in order to resolve issues. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proof reading and editing. - Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information. Ability to work with integrity, discretion and a professional approach. - Ability to focus on detail without losing sight of the bigger picture, including monitoring and double-checking work and information for accuracy and quality. - Commitment to providing high quality service through responsiveness to all requests and maintaining a professional demeanor at all times. - Knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in the use of business software (Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google) while also quickly learning systems and processes specific to the department.  All YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago employees are required to support 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 YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.                                                              

Find Your Purpose!   Youth Enrichment Instructor Opportunity!   Starting pay range: $15.90- $16.40 per hour   Join us and help lead our future to greatness at Langford Community School!   The YMCA Before & After-school programs team is hiring part-time Youth Enrichment Instructors. The part-time Youth Enrichment Instructors will create child-centered environments that promote learning, character development, positive & nurturing relationships, and healthy living in Chicago. The hours for this exciting position are Monday - Friday from 2pm-6pm.   As a Youth Enrichment Instructor (YEI) you will implement and adapt a wide variety of enrichment activities for grades K-8 in a before or after school program setting. 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.   With a commitment to meeting accreditation standards and extensive training and development in research-based practices, you’ll also learn and grow and positively impact our children, families and communities.   Position Responsibilities: - Create a safe, supportive, interactive and engaging environment for youth that is characterized by teamwork, camaraderie and inclusiveness.  This includes demonstrating an appreciation of the youths’ efforts and accomplishments and providing assistance and encouragement to program participants when needed. - Provide effective supervision of youth that is age-appropriate, considers diverse abilities and interests and meets program quality, safety and policy requirements. - Positively interacts with youth, parents/guardians and other team members to create a respectful, warm, supportive environment.  Models self-control, respect and cooperation to teens and other team members.  Utilizes youth arrival/departure ensure to share information with parents/guardians and to build relationships. - Prepares lesson plans on a daily and/or weekly basis outlining program activities, ensures materials and supplies are available and ready for daily program activities, and ensures all program areas and supplies are clean and well maintained regularly. - Maintains accurate attendance, instructional and other records as necessary to meet program requirements. - Participates in team meetings and other special events Requirements & Preferred Qualifications for this position are: - Must be at least 18 years of age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials. - H.S. Diploma or GED along with related college coursework and/or equivalent experience in: child care, education, recreation or related program. Additional educational or experience requirements may be required based on program license requirements. - Must have the proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model for youth and staff demonstrating the values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty. - Commitment to and passion for the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission is required including a passion for working with diverse youth. - Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences. - Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. - The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.   Reasons to work at the Y. - Be part of a team that cares about one another. - Make a difference. Contribute to building a better, stronger community for all - When you work here, you will find opportunities to try new things. Every day is something new. - YMCA Membership, discounted programs, and much more!     Child Abuse Prevention Support 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

Keeping People Safe Around Water for 165 Years   Opportunities to work as a lifeguard, a swim instructor, or both!     The YMCA of Metro Chicago is hiring Lifeguards and Swim Instructors! Earn a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification and another $300 retention bonus after 6 months of employment as a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor.    Salary range starts at $15.40 per hour Flexible scheduling opportunities   Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: - Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund  - Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities - Complimentary Family YMCA membership and a 25% employee discount on select programs - Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y! Requirements: - Lifeguards - Must be at least 15 years of age. - Swim Instructors - Must be at least 16 years of age. - Must succesfully complete water skills assessment.  - Must successfully complete the certification or have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification as well as current First Aid, AED, CPR and Oxygen Administration certifications - Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers - Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description Child Abuse Prevention: Support 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 YMCA Vaccine Policy We are committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely held religious beliefs is granted.

Child Care Assistant    Do you love playing games? Do you enjoy working with children? Do you like putting a smile on a child’s face?   The Child Care Assistant attends to children 2-8 years old in the drop-in childcare.   Salary range starts at $15.40 per hour   Position Summary & Responsibilities: - Implementation of the daily program, which will include activities that are developmentally appropriate, performed in collaboration with peers to compliment supervision of children - Supervise and lead the activity areas - Assist in planning and preparing the activities - Organize and set up needed materials and supplies - Sanitize toys and play equipment - Maintain a safe play environment - Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed - Ensure the proper ratios are maintained   Requirements: - Must have prior experience working with children. - Passion for and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and vision - Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of diverse backgrounds. - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA team competencies in previous experience or practice - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.     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

Paid Summer 2023 Accounting Internship opportunity with the YMCA of Metro Chicago  Would you like to spend your summer gaining hands-on experience in accounting?  Paid Accounting Internship opportunity with the YMCA of Metro Chicago $16-$17 per hour The YMCA of Metro Chicago is seeking multiple interns to support our accounting and finance team to be based in one of the Chicago YMCA membership branches. Start date is mid May-beginning of June 2023.  In this internship program, you will gain hands-on experience in accounting. This position works in cooperation with the program leaders at various YMCA centers throughout Chicago to maintain data and financial integrity in the various Association systems. The accounting intern will be performing accounts receivable, billing, data analyzation and reporting functions which will have a direct impact on the Association.  Each Accounting Intern will work at an assigned YMCA center within the YMCA of Metro Chicago association and will partner with the Billing Coordinator on a daily basis and report to the Asset Manager for their assigned location. The ability to travel to multiple locations in one day is required.  Responsibilities: - Assist management with pre-qualification input for financial aid applicants - Assist Billing Coordinator with the preparation of information for pending and approved financial aid registrants - Assist Program Directors with input and data management of attendance information into customer management database for scholarship registrants and assists with the collection efforts and communication - Create weekly reporting for accounts receivable and assist the Billing Coordinator in making calls to third party agencies to inquire about pending cases and status updates - Assist Billing Coordinator and Program Director with maintaining secure files for all third party recipient paperwork - Serves as a backup on weekly Day Camp call with Billing Coordinator and Program Director - Ad hoc projects Requirements: - Outstanding communication, organization, project/time management, and interpersonal skills - Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously - Ability to commute to multiple locations in one workday  - College coursework focus: Accounting  - Minimum of 2 years college course work with a focus in Accounting   Child Abuse Prevention / Support 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 YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later thanyour start date unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.  

Summer Camp Teacher-Freedom Schools   The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Summer Camp Teacher for our Six week Freedom Schools Program. The Teacher provides effective instructional strategies for children grades 6-8th, in a positive, inclusive, and supportive camp climate.  This program will run June 26th-July 14th, and July 17th-August 4th.    Freedom Schools were grassroots, multidisciplinary educational programs, started in the 1960s by the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), and designed to facilitate disenfranchised African Americans to be politically and socially engaged citizens. In the legacy of historical Freedom Schools, YMCA of Metro Chicago will be implementing summer learning programs for youth entering 6-8th grade, during two three-week summer sessions. Youth will engage with project-based learning, anchored by multi-modal social studies activities, embedded literacy assessments and support, and relevant weekly field trips. Additionally, youth will participate in complementary recreational activities, and there will be components of family and community engagement.    Scope of Responsibilities: -  You will serve as a role model in supporting inclusion and high quality camp programming; creating an outstanding participant experience for children, parents and families. - You will modify learning or recreational activities as may be needed, including activities, rules, equipment, and/or supplies as needed. Promotes participation in program activities and independence to the fullest extent possible. Maintains the confidentiality of information pertaining to the individual(s) assigned for support. - You will teach socially acceptable behaviors by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies. Implements individualized behavior management plans, when necessary. - You will communicate consistently with team members and program leaders to keep abreast of activities and schedule, in order to prepare for activity modifications. Will offer suggestions for modifications, if applicable. - You will communicate consistently with parents, classroom/program team and program leadership through completion of a weekly summary of the individual’s participation. - You will Support program activities as assigned by the supervisor including substitute support for ongoing camp activities.    Requirements: - Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field  - 1-3 years of experience in Middle School age 6-8th grade preferred but not required and knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum design and teaching and instruction - Effective organizational, planning, and group management skills with children - Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission - Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to tailor communication to different audiences - Ability to build rapport and respect the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the population served   - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills - Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, email and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice - Willing and able to work flexible hours to accommodate program needs - Meet required physical qualifications and annual requirements, as outlined in the job description - The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities - Must be able to work June 26th-July 14th and July 17th-August 4th    Child Abuse Prevention Support 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  YMCA Vaccine Policy We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date, unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely held religious beliefs is granted.