Join our team for the experience of a lifetime!     Over thirty years ago, the YMCA made a firm commitment to supporting the health and wellness of all children in the Naperville and Aurora communities. The programs we design are geared towards engaging kids in fun activities that foster a desire to learn. Since the beginning of YMCA Safe ‘n Sound, our dedicated staff members have focused on encouraging our youth to develop values, skills, and friendships that lead to positive behavior, better health, and educational achievement.   YMCA Safe ‘n Sound is now hiring for the following positions: - Part Time Site Team Leads - Full Time and Part Time Youth Enrichment Instructors Available shifts are 6:15-8/9am and 2:15/3:15-6pm, Monday through Friday.    Site Team Leads work to ensure the implementation of positive youth development practices with all daily activities and interactions with children. The Site Team Lead is responsible for ensuring program quality including assisting in implementing curriculum, providing leadership and guidance to staff and overseeing the ordering and distribution of snacks, materials and all supplies needed to operate the program. They will also provide direct service, when necessary, to execute the program. Pay Range: $17.90-18.50/hour   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. Pay range: $17.40-17.90 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: - 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: - Instructors must be at least 17 years of age, Team Leads must be 19 years of age  and meet program requirements for education and/or credentials. - H.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 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!     Over thirty years ago, the YMCA made a firm commitment to supporting the health and wellness of all children in the Naperville and Aurora communities. The programs we design are geared towards engaging kids in fun activities that foster a desire to learn. Since the beginning of YMCA Safe ‘n Sound, our dedicated staff members have focused on encouraging our youth to develop values, skills, and friendships that lead to positive behavior, better health, and educational achievement.   YMCA Safe ‘n Sound is now hiring part-time Site Team Leads! Pay starts at $17.90 per hour.   As a Site Team Lead,you will work to ensure the implementation of positive youth development practices with all daily activities and interactions with children. The Site Team Lead is responsible for ensuring program quality including assisting in implementing curriculum, providing leadership and guidance to staff and overseeing the ordering and distribution of snacks, materials and all supplies needed to operate the program. They will also provide direct service, when necessary, to execute the program.   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: - Implements program curriculum with school-aged program staff while ensuring the program follows DCFS and YMCA standards. - Provides guidance to staff while onsite in adhering to program quality standards. - Facilitates collaboration with and between program staff including assisting in planning and leading program staff meetings. - Enhances parent/guardian/caregiver engagement and ensures that the program meets expectations for quality - Collaborates with teachers, principals and other staff at local schools to align and execute program activities and ensure program success. - Maintains and audits all program files according to DCFS and YMCA Standards. - Assists in development and execution of special events and seasonal school-aged programs, such as Day Camp, for members and program participants. - Participates in program marketing and retention activities. - Fills in for other staff as needed. Requirements & Preferred Qualifications for this position are: - Must be 19 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. - Previous experience in a childcare or education setting supporting high-quality programs. - Preferred candidates will have an Associate’s degree in child development or early childhood education or the equivalent in child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education. - 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. 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! 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 IND1

Safe N’ Sound YMCA Before & After-School programs located in Naperville and Aurora are hiring multiple Inclusion Aide positions Become a Professional Role Model!  Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of youth and families in your community. Discover more than a job—enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.   Our before and after-school programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships.   The Safe N’ Sound Before & After-school program offers services in 16+ different locations throughout Naperville & Aurora. Pay: $17.40-$17.90 per hour.   As an Inclusion Aide you will be responsible for supporting and assisting one or more individuals who have a disability and are enrolled in Y programs to promote participation in program activities and independence to the fullest extent possible. You will ensure that individualized needs of participants are met, while serving as professional role model and guide program participants through activities that support a positive learning climate and development of life skills and healthy and safe behaviors.   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: - 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 supervisor including substitute support for ongoing camp activities. - You will ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of participants by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks. - You will be alert and responsive to any specific health and safety needs of the individual with a disability - You will ensure compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety. Monitors participants and team members provides coaching and intervention as necessary - You will set up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use. Immediately notifies program leaders of any broken or unsafe equipment or if more resources/equipment are needed - You will work to keep program facilities clean at all times Requirements & Preferred Qualifications for this position are: - Must be at least 18 years of age or older - High school diploma, GED or equivalent - Must have prior experience working with children; experience with children with disabilities and/or in a similar program setting preferred. - Basic knowledge of child growth and development as well as developmentally appropriate practices for age group - Ability to understand and implement an inclusion plan and provide recommended strategies for Ability to observe participant behavior and apply appropriate behavior management techniques is essential. - 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.   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

Safe N’ Sound YMCA Before & After-school programs located in Naperville and Aurora are hiring multiple Full Time Youth Enrichment Instructors.       Join us and help lead our future to greatness!    Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of youth and families in your community. Discover more than a job—enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.   Our before and after-school programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships.   The Safe N’ Sound Before & After-school program offers services in 20+ different locations throughout Naperville, Aurora & North Aurora. Pay starts at $17.40/hour.    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 19 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: 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. 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  

It's Fun to Work at the Y M C A !!   Water Fitness Instructor Opportunity!   Earn a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification, provided you are an active employee working as a lifeguard or swim instructor at the time of payout. Earn another $300 retention bonus after 6 months of employment as a Lifeguard or Swim Instructor.    The Elmhurst YMCA is hiring multiple part time Water Fitness Instructors!   As a Water Fitness Instructor you will: - Lead water fitness classes with a personalized approach - Prepares progressive exercise plans for program participants - Gives clear explanations of safe exercises and demonstrates correct form and provides safe alternate exercises  - Sets up facility or equipment  - In case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies  - Reports injuries and completes required procedures - Maintains current certifications - Performs other duties as assigned  Requirements:  - Must have current Water Fitness certification - Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively   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

Fry Family YMCA is now hiring Group Exercise 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: - Group Exercise Accredited Certification - Specialized classes will need additional certifications - 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. 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

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     

Safe N’ Sound YMCA Before & After-school programs located in Naperville and Aurora are hiring multiple Youth Enrichment Instructors       Join Us and help lead our future to greatness!    Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of youth and families in your community. Discover more than a job—enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.   Our before and after-school programs create a child-centered environment that promotes learning, character development, healthy living and positive, nurturing relationships.   The Safe N’ Sound Before & After-school program offers services in 16+ different locations throughout Naperville, Aurora & North Aurora. Pay starts at $17.40/hour.    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 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. - 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. 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

Make A Difference In Your Community!    The YMCA is hiring part-time Membership Specialists who want to turn their passion for customer service into a career.     As a Membership Specialist, you will be the face of the front desk greeting and welcoming members and guests into the Y. Membership Specialists will actively interact and engage with members and guests, determining their needs and offering solutions to meet those needs. They will be responsible for providing a high level of customer service to Y members, program participants and guests.   Starting salary at $15.86 per hour. Flexible Schedules:  We schedule around your availability!    Why Work for the Y? - 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: - At least 18 years of age or older. - Must have high school diploma or GED. - One year of member relations or customer service preferred. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly. - Must be able to work a variety of hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends. 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

Make a Difference in Your Community!   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 Professional Development Director is an integral member of the YMCA’s Early Learning team responsible for developing and managing the department's internal and external employee pipeline, interviewing, onboarding, onsite training, and professional development. Responsible for cultivating new partnerships and agreements for student practicum assignments and employee continuing education initiatives to create a stable and viable workforce development program.   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: - Work with local organizations, affiliates, and organization leadership to coordinate an entry level workforce development program for positions in Early Learning (For Example: CDA certification and etc.) - Develop, assign, and maintain all required training and compliance-related training material - Monitor and track staff contingency and follow-up, which includes collecting recording and reporting status completion to the supervisor and Executive Director - Track completion of all training and report noncompliance of required training to immediate supervisor, Executive - Director and/or Vice President of Early Learning - Assist with needs assessment and gap analysis, curriculum development, instructional design, content development, course delivery and facilitation, learning assessment, and training evaluation for other employee and leadership development training - Work with program managers to ensure compliance with any funding requirements around training - Work closely with the Executive Director to manage effective recruiting and hiring practices, from job description development through onboarding and offboarding, to ensure smooth transitions - Foster a team-oriented, supportive, accountable work environment - Represent The YMCA at local events, community gatherings, or workshops and trainings. - Manage the Association’s Learning Management System (LMS) - Welcome new employees to the organization by conducting New Hire Orientation - Serve as E-Verify administrator - Track new hires overdue in onboarding and send communication to appropriate parties as needed - Assist with answering employee requests and questions - Assist with fingerprint compliance - Assist with maintaining employee information by entering and updating employment and status-change data - Other duties as assigned Minimum and Preferred Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree required, in Business Administration or related data management field. with at least 24 hours in ECE or CD and 9 hours in administration, leadership or management - A minimum of 1-3 years of Head Start and childcare experience providing high –quality experience in data analysis and program compliance - 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), and ability to learn and adapt to new technology - 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 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

Make a Difference in your Community!    Earn a $300 sign on bonus!    The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher in collaboration with the Lead Teacher provides support in effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning, assessment, evaluation and related research for children 3-5 years old. The 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 DCFS, ExceleRate Illinois, NAEYC, federal, state and local standards, as applicable.   Scope of Responsibilities: - Promotes and models high quality teaching and learning in the classroom that fosters academic readiness. - Demonstrates culturally and linguistically appropriate practices that values all children and families and makes them feel welcomed and an essential part of the program - Maintains awareness and supervision of children’s needs and ensure their physical health and safety, at all times. - Assists with communicating and developing effective partnerships with parents and families, encouraging parent involvement. - Abides by DCFS and all quality standards for maintaining safe, high quality programming - Collaborates regularly with classroom team including: families, volunteers and all staff. - Assists with collecting and using multiple data sources, both formative and summative, to inform instruction and child centered learning and development. - Assists with completing routine professional development annually; utilizes continuous quality improvement (CQI); and identifies different instructional resources and methods to meet children's varying needs and improve the classroom experience for children and families. - Participates and supports association/center efforts towards recruitment, enrollment, attendance and retention of families while supporting the YMCA's mission and center operations as needed. Lesson Planning and Classroom Management - Collaborates with the Lead Teacher to develop lesson plans with goals, objectives, activities and outcomes for children that integrate health, nutrition, mental health, disabilities and parent involvement. - Assists the Lead Teacher in implementation of high quality, developmentally appropriate instructional activities and curriculum approaches (like Creative Curriculum™) that facilitate active learning experiences and promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of each child; while ensuring the program follows DCFS, YMCA, ExceleRate Illinois™, and NAEYC accreditation standards, if applicable. - Takes the lead in absence of the lead teacher. - With the support of the Lead Teacher, uses observational and child data to assist in planning developmentally appropriate and 2 YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago engaging early learning experiences based upon the emergent needs of the child. - Assists the Lead Teacher in leveraging the physical environment and pedagogical documentation to support teaching and learning practices. - Supports and implements planned studies/projects for an in-depth investigation of a topic over time. - Establishes and maintains an attractive, clean, safe and engaging classroom environment which includes positive guidance techniques and that encourages children's independence and self-selection of activities. - Assists with classroom management, arrangement, organization, and labeling materials. - Assists with completion of classroom inventory quarterly; and the selection of materials and equipment to support instruction and children’s learning using environmental assessments to guide decisions. Minimum Requirements, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Must meet DCFS licensing, and program related accreditation/credentialing requirements; Associates Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred - Must provide documentation of Gateways credentialing or apply within 90 days of employment. - Passion for and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and serving the needs of children and families - Demonstrated knowledge and ability to assist in the implementation of developmentally appropriate practices to promote early learning and social-emotional development - Assist with the application of early learning best practices to create a child-centered, supportive, inclusive and positive classroom environment to meet the needs of diverse children. 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

Community Health Navigator Opportunities!    These are grant-funded opportunities   Now hiring two community health navigator positions. Positions will focus on Chicago's west Humboldt Park community and/or Chicago's Woodlawn community.    Health disparities existed prior to the pandemic and have been further exacerbated by COVID-19. The health of IL residents is in jeopardy and in high need of health-services targeted at IL’s most high risk for poor health outcomes. The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is seeking a Community Health Navigator to assist in, and lead community-level efforts, for a community health navigator program throughout the identified community. This is a one-year, funded opportunity. This role will sit in the Y’s Community Investment Department.   Through this program, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago aims to execute a Community Health Navigation Program at Kelly Hall YMCA located in Chicago’s Humboldt Park community. YMCA staff working on this effort will be responsible for navigating individuals from the community to the YMCA for physical fitness services (i.e. access to group fitness, workout equipment, swim facility, and other programs/classes) and group support as well as connecting them to external supports as needed, specifically focusing on mental health, behavioral health, and substance abuse needs. In addition, this position will provide direct supports, and a proof of-concept, for localized, community-focused health disparity reduction strategies. They will work to build a series of community engagement events and activities surrounding awareness, reduction, and support of these needs. The Community Navigator is responsible, in conjunction with the Director of Community Health, for community engagement, navigation, and widespread efforts under the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago’s Community Health Navigation Program. This position will be responsible for overseeing the community-engaged aspects of program which will include, but not be limited to: establishing partnerships with community stakeholders, identifying community residents and members most in need of services and assistance), navigation of community residents and members to services, education and other health issues identified within the community, and general implementation and expansion of the Community Health Navigation Program.   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:   Operations Management - Develops and maintains relationships with community stakeholders, members, and other key community leaders in target focus areas - Aids in identifying populations of special consideration - Navigates individuals to resources, social services, education, and other identified needs that affect an individual’s health - Monitors and manages grant budgets and spending, in conjunction with the Program Director - Aids in the coordination planning and implementation of mitigation efforts - Aids in management of community partners, stakeholders, and community members to identify and execute on mitigation strategies - Aids in marketing of program and other health equity events, efforts, and initiatives at the community level - Supports the mission and strategic plan of the YMCA with other projects and responsibilities as assigned Minimum and Preferred Qualifications: - High school diploma/ GED required. Bachelors degree preferred. - Minimum three years experience with health navigation and/or resource support at the community level. - Experience conducting community-based health education. Experience with mental or behavioral healh or substance abuse preferred. - Cultural competence expressed via experience in working with diverse communities (race/ ethnicity, economic, educational) - Strong human relations skills, as well as, personal values and work ethics that are consistent with the YMCA philosophy. - Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build and maintain relationships with members, team members and other stakeholders and constituents. - Ability to travel by car throughout the Chicagoland - Flexibility to attend weekend and/or nighttime events and program efforts - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in 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

Make A Difference In Your Community!     Personal Trainer Opportunity - leverage your passion for fitness!   In addition to joining our mission and making a difference in your community, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago offers great perks for all part-time employees.  - Free YMCA membership  - Employee Assistance Program - Earned Sick Leave - Flexible scheduling Position Summary: We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the YMCA team. This position is great for candidates looking to impact a growing, dynamic organization and their community significantly.   Requirements and Preferred Qualifications: - Must have a High School diploma or equivalent with at least a year of Personal Training experience. - Current CPR and First Aid certifications.  - NASM, ACSM, ACE, or AFAA highly recommended at the time of hire. - Must obtain strength training certification and YMCA Principles of Health and Fitness within 90 days of hire. - Working knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy.  - Ability to motivate and lead members.  - Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.  - Ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages.   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 

Sports Instructor Opportunity at the Buehler YMCA      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 $15.86 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

Take your team to the top!     The Role: As a Swim Team Assistant Coach, you will be responsible for promoting and developing the YMCA swim team by facilitating the growth and improvement of swim team participants and creating a positive experience for participants and their families. This includes coordinating with the Head Coach to develop and implement practices, engaging participants and families to meet their needs, preparing for meets and other special events and ensuring the safety of participants.   What you’ll do:   Coaching/Participant Experience - Coaches, trains and mentors swimmers to foster development, maximize swimming performance, and teach appropriate swimming techniques. - Leads swim team practices developed by Head Coach and assists Head Coach with design of training programs. Engages swimmers and parents to cultivate collaborative relationships. Modifies and customizes workouts to match swimmer skill levels. Provides feedback to swimmers and parents to facilitate improvement, refine abilities and prevent injury. - Captures and records swimming times to track progress and determine meet eligibility Meet Preparation and Execution - Stays abreast of meet rules and guidelines to ensure compliance with standards - Assists with the submission of meet entries - Assists with the coordination of suits and uniforms - Supervises swim team members at meets and other team functions - Cooperates with swim team volunteers, officials, scorekeepers and timers Safety - Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of swimmers 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 swimmers and the pool and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary.  Continued Education & Training - Actively participates in obtaining further water safety certifications. - Attends all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership team. - Maintains job-related certifications and documents completion of certifications in the Human Resources Information System How you’ll do it: - Must be at least 16 years of age. - Must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification or have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification as well as current First Aid, AED, CPR and Oxygen Administration certifications.  - Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements required for job certification.  - Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers. - Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively. - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice  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

Make a Difference in Your Community!     The YMCA team is seeking to add two full time Maintenance Technicians to undertake the responsibility to preserve the good condition and functionality of the facility. You will perform maintenance tasks of great variety such as painting, assist with installations, landscaping etc.   Our Maintenance Technicians are part of an integral team who ensure our members, staff and future leaders have a working, safe, and enjoyable environment. The ideal candidate will be a reliable self starting professional with a practical mind and attention to detail responsible for observing all health and safety guidelines.   Now hiring for the Foglia YMCA!    Pay rate for this position is $19.55-$23.95 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: - 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!   Responsibilities - Survey buildings and repair mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standards - Perform maintenance of electrical systems (replace light bulbs and sockets, clean and repair circuit breaker panels etc.) - Assist in the setup of ventilation, refrigeration and other systems and conduct repairs when necessary - Maintain heating and plumbing systems to ensure functionality - Inspect alarm systems (fire, protection) and schedule repairs when needed - Perform manual repairs when necessary (fix locks, replace windows etc.) - Undertake activities of pest control such as spraying insecticide - Conduct general upkeep procedures (e.g. landscaping) and other tasks as assigned (painting, carpentry etc.) - Assist in budget preparation and ensure it is followed Skills / Requirements - Proven experience as maintenance technician, or minimum 2 years of working experience using hand and power tools - Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills. - Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems - Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods - Manual dexterity and problem-solving skills - Good physical condition and strength with a willingness to work overtime - High school diploma or equivalent; Certificate in HVAC, building maintenance technology or relevant field will be a plus - Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice. - Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description including visual acuity. - Ability to travel locally in the Chicagoland (city and suburbs) with a valid Driver’s License - Open flexibility as shift schedules will vary to meet facility hours of operations - evenings, and weekends apply - This is a Union position   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

Make A Difference In Your Community!     Personal Trainer Opportunity - leverage your passion for fitness!   In addition to joining our mission and making a difference in your community, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago offers great perks for all part-time employees.  - Free YMCA membership  - Employee Assistance Program - Earned Sick Leave - Flexible scheduling Position Summary: We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the YMCA team. This position is great for candidates looking to impact a growing, dynamic organization and their community significantly.   Requirements and Preferred Qualifications: - Must have a High School diploma or equivalent with at least a year of Personal Training experience. - Current CPR and First Aid certifications.  - NASM, ACSM, ACE, or AFAA highly recommended at the time of hire. - Must obtain strength training certification and YMCA Principles of Health and Fitness within 90 days of hire. - Working knowledge of preventative health and fitness programs and philosophy.  - Ability to motivate and lead members.  - Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.  - Ability to work with varying fitness levels and ages.   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 

  Join our team for the experience of a lifetime!   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.    The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a full-time Infant Toddler Specialist for our early learning programs. This position is R\responsible for overseeing the 0-3 program.  This includes monitoring of classroom to maintain Prevention Initiative compliance, providing mentoring and reflective supervision to 0-3 staff, and assisting the Family Service Worker/Parent Educator in the implementation of the Parent As Teachers curriculum for children and 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: - Provide ongoing coaching and monitoring to Early Head Start/Prevention Initiative teachers, including: - Implementation of policies, procedures, and developmentally appropriate practices according to Early Head Start, Prevention, Initiative, and NAEYC standards  - Monthly classroom observations, coaching, and feedback - Review of children's files and portfolios - Review and follow up on data utilizing all applicable systems  - Provide guidance and support to teachers' use and implementation of the Creative Curriculum System for Infants, Toddlers, and Two’s, with fidelity.  - Review and monitor the accuracy and timely completion of all screening, assessment, and referrals. - Supervise and monitor the execution of the Parenting curriculums to promote partnerships, family engagement, and school readiness.  - Collaborate with the EHS teachers, Family Support Specialists, and families to ensure service integration  (medical, dental, health/mental health, social services, and special needs).  - Work collectively with YMCA and contractual staff to ensure overall program compliance in birth-three classrooms.   - Assist Site Director with family and staff recruitment; and the EC Operations Manager with staff interviews, selections, orientation, supervision, ongoing professional development, and evaluation.    Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field - Erikson Infant Toddler Specialization Certificate or an Ilinois Gateways Level 5 Infant and Toddler Credential  (Applicants without I/T credentials will not be considered) - Previous work experience in a childcare setting with some knowledge of Head Start and the Creative Curriculum  - At least 6 college credit hours in caring for children with disabilities  - Familiarity with DFSS's current computerized system (COPA) - 2-3 years of supervisory experience is preferred   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

Join our team for the experience of a lifetime!   Head Start Teacher Aide Opportunity!   Earn a $300 signing bonus 30 days after your start date as an active Y employee!   The starting pay for this role is $17.14 per hour   Now hiring for the following YMCA Neighborhood Locations: - Dr. Effie O. ELlis YMCA Head Start- East Garfield Park - Garfield YMCA Children Services- East Garfield Park - Marshall High School YMCA Child Care Center- East Garfield Park - McCormick YMCA- Logan Square - Rauner Family YMCA- Pilsen/Little Village - South Side YMCA- Woodlawn   The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is hiring a part-time Teacher Aide for our Head Start program. The Teacher Aide provides support to the teaching team in planning and implementing learning experiences for children; maintaining the classroom, and managing children in accordance with the YMCA goals and curriculum plan.   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.   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: - Support plans of an effective child development program to meet the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of each child enrolled - Support children’s safety through constant supervision, effective arrangement of space, proper maintenance of equipment, and regular practice of fire drills and other emergency procedures - Support and implement routines for diapering, toilet training handwashing, tooth brushing, eating, napping, and transitioning between activities, in a manner that is prompt, hygienic, and consistent with regulations and good child development practices - Coordinate, implement, and monitor center plans for meeting and retaining children & families, including eligibility, recruitment, enrollment, and daily attendance  - Work as a member of the team to ensure continuity of children’s care, curriculum, and quality in the classroom and center  - Participate in and support center efforts to recruit and enroll new children and families - Maintain professionalism in attire and demeanor; observe and respect issues of confidentiality, ethics, and best practices of the Early Childhood Profession, and mandatory reporting guidelines of the Abuse and Neglect Child Reporting Act    Requirements: - Must have a High School Diploma with 12 college credit hours in Early Childhood Education with prior experience working with children - Must pass DCFS background check and maintain clearance throughout employment - Ability to read, comprehend and interpret documents such as policies and procedures - Demonstrated understanding of child growth and development - This position is a union position   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  

Maintenance Assistant Needed - Multiple Positions & Shifts Available   YMCA Camp MacLean is hiring a multiple part time Maintenance Assistants to perform general maintenance to keep all facilities, grounds and equipment in safe working order.    What you’ll do: - Inspect and test equipment and machinery to diagnose malfunctions and detect problems - Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as inspecting motors, belts, replacing filters, checking fluid levels and maintaining proper pool chemical levels - Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by referencing repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary - Keep records of work assignments - Maintain inventory of custodial supplies - Maintain proper storage and security conditions of chemical cleaners, equipment and other inventory - Perform other duties assigned. Experience Needed for this position:  - Must have a High School Diploma plus specialized training, 6+ months maintenance experience. - Must be able to read, understand and convey equipment operating instructions.  - Trade experience and knowledge highly perferred  - Ability to learn and operate CMMS application and underlying computerized components.   Hours & Shifts:  - Multiple positions and shifts available - Position working 10+ hours a week also available - Specific hours and shifts shared during interview process   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