Safety Education Instructor - Part-time

Make a real impact—one class at a time.

Do you enjoy working with kids and teaching practical, real-life skills? Are you confident, engaging, and passionate about helping youth build independence and responsibility? The YMCA is looking for a Safety Education Instructor to lead interactive babysitting and home-alone classes for youth in our community. This is a rewarding, part-time role ideal for educators, childcare providers, college students in education or health fields, parents, or anyone who enjoys teaching life skills in a fun, meaningful way.

SCHEDULE:
Weekend availability is required, with flexible scheduling to accommodate your preferred dates to hold classes.

• Saturdays, 9:00am-4:00pm (1-2 classes per month)
• Sundays, 9:30am-1:00pm (1 class per month)
• Weekday classes as needed for school breaks

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5 years of experience providing care for infants and young children required.
• Experience teaching or providing instruction to pre-teen and teen-aged kids preferred.
• Willingness to attend meetings, training, and obtain additional certification as requested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Instruct youth educational classes in accordance with YMCA guidelines and course curriculum, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Maintain records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Set-up room before each class, and clean-up and put materials away after classes.
• Begin and end each class on time according to the class schedule.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading classes, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

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