Job Description
PAY RANGE:
$17.00 - $21.00 Hourly**
AVAILABLE LOCATIONS:
- Kauluwela Elementary School
- Kawananakoa Middle School
- McKinely High School
- Pauoa Elementary School
- Roosevelt High School
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Enrichment Instructor is responsible for ensuring the design, development, and implementation of student centered clubs/programs at the assigned site, while working with youth in 6th - 12th grade. The Enrichment Instructor will work with the program participants and YMCA leadership, to provide after-school activities infusing youth-voice and inclusion through activities such sports, leadership, e-sports, gardening, STEM, etc. Teen interests must drive activity and club choice. The Enrichment Instructor may collaborate with and recruit community members/organizations to support student interest areas.
Enrichment Instructors must provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment consistent with the program model and goals and ensure the success of students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:
- Provide academic support to students in assigned subject areas, using curriculum and strategies aligned to school's in-class instruction methods.
- Create and implement innovative methods to engage students in academic enrichment to promote positive learning habits and target academic learning loss.
- Create a positive work/learning environment for staff and program participants that encourages hard work, effective communication and a sense of comradery.
- Develop and implement lesson plans and educational activities that promote academic success and align with the program model and goals.
- Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives to ensure the highest standards of academic quality and student success.
- Communicate effectively, consistently, and professionally with participants, parents, co-workers, and others associated with the program such as HIDOE and DHS contacts.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, providing excellent communication and customer service.
- Assist in the supervision and guidance of junior staff members, providing mentorship and support as needed.
- Research and develop new creative programs, workshops, activities, and engagement methods to enhance the overall program that focuses on Teen Development.
- Contribute to the development of our program by suggesting new ideas, participating in staff meetings, and providing feedback on program improvements.
- Assist with the coordination of events and activities that promote student engagement and motivation.
- Facilitates programming that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes teens in an all-inclusive environment.
- Demonstrates a working knowledge of YMCA mission, core values, purpose and goals, policies, and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills/Knowledge:
- Experience facilitating instruction with an emphasis on youth requiring academic intervention.
- Skilled in general youth programs group or classroom management.
- Ability to take initiative in implementing engaging academic activities and promote healthy studying habits.
- Must be able to acquire the knowledge necessary for the age-appropriate curriculum specific to assigned subject in accordance to HIDOE standards.
- Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal skills, well organized and multi-tasked oriented.
- Understanding of working with teens, group management, and group work
- Experience engaging middle and high school youth in recreation, leadership development, service learning, civic engagement, college and career pathways, and other personal development areas
- Exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making
- Possess a collaborative and flexible mindset that elevates youth voice and provide opportunities in areas where the candidate may not have expertise
- Lead by example, serve as a model of professionalism and competency for peers and employees
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Windows 10 and above, Canva, preferred
- Ability to operate other software applications as required
Education/Training:
- Experience teaching and facilitating academic instruction required.
- Strong communication and organizational skills required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field preferred.
- Current certification in language arts or mathematics education is preferred.
- General office operations experience preferred.
- CPR, AED, and First Aid certified (training available upon hire).
**All 21CCLC positions are dependent on the availability of funds and continuation of the 21CCLC contract. The current contract provides programming for the following three school years (2025-2026, 2026-2027, and 2027-2028) with the possibility of extension for an additional two years (2028-2029 and 2029-2030).
WHY THE Y?:
- Free Y membership with employment
- Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
- Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.
*See job opportunities page for full details
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Contract work, Part time, Flexible hours,