POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the School-Age Child Care Director, the Enrichment Presenter is responsible for preparing and presenting engaging 45–60 minute enrichment sessions for school-age children in the Before and After School Programs. Sessions may include topics such as arts, STEM, fitness, culture, skill-based activities, or personal hobbies. The Enrichment Presenter promotes curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning by creating a safe, supportive, and fun environment aligned with YMCA values. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Prepare and deliver 45–60 minute enrichment lessons or workshops by organizing instructional content and materials in advance to ensure sessions align with youth interests and program goals.
- Develop engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activity materials by incorporating hands-on and interactive elements to ensure meaningful learning experiences for participants.
- Lead enrichment sessions by facilitating activities, discussions, and demonstrations to promote active participation, teamwork, and skill development among children.
- Maintain a positive and inclusive environment by modeling YMCA values and using supportive behavior-management strategies to ensure all participants feel welcomed and encouraged.
- Supervise and ensure the safety of all children by monitoring behavior, enforcing program rules, and responding promptly to issues to create a secure and well-managed activity space.
- Set up, organize, and clean up all materials and areas used for enrichment sessions by preparing supplies and restoring the environment afterward to ensure smooth program operations.
- Communicate effectively with childcare staff and the School-Age Child Care Director by sharing schedule updates, supply needs, and observations to ensure coordinated program support and responsiveness to student needs.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Follow all YMCA abuse prevention and risk management policies, including required trainings, mandated reporting, and monitoring of high-risk areas.
QUALIFICATIONS: - Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Past experience teaching subject matter preferred.
- Adequate knowledge of the subject being presented.
- Reliable transportation to attend various SACC program locations.
- Ability to engage and manage groups of children in a fun, positive way.
- Demonstrated creativity and flexibility in lesson delivery.
- Ability to follow program policies and maintain a safe learning environment.
COMPETENCIES: - Accountability: Takes ownership of decisions, actions, and results. Follows through on commitments and accepts responsibility. Completes assigned tasks on time and accepts feedback without defensiveness. Adheres to established policies and procedures.
- Adaptability: Welcomes and respects all participants by valuing diverse backgrounds and abilities. Adapts activities to ensure every child feels included and supported.
- Communication: Listens actively and speaks clearly with children, families, and team members. Shares information in a timely and respectful manner to promote understanding and cooperation.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Works effectively with colleagues to achieve program goals. Demonstrates reliability, cooperation, and mutual respect in all interactions.
- Trustworthiness: Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and reliability in all interactions. Follows through on commitments and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information. Acts consistently with organizational values and ethical standards to build confidence and respect among children, families, and colleagues.
- Conflict Resolution: Addresses disagreements or concerns calmly and constructively. Listens to all perspectives, identifies underlying issues, and works collaboratively toward positive solutions. Seeks guidance when needed and promotes understanding, cooperation, and respect among participants and staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: - Work is performed primarily in a school environment, with sessions taking place in gyms, cafeterias, or program areas.
- The role requires standing for extended periods, participating in hands-on activities with children.
- Travel between program sites.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support organizational goals. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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