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Careers at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA

Get started finding your next role at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA by using our career finder. Whether you are looking to work at one of our branches or on the association level, we have a wide array of job opportunities that can help you continue to develop and grow in your career.

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Aquatics Director - Full Time

Executive/Director

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for our Aquatics Director to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 paid holidays throughout the year • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! • Supplemental insurance benefits What is needed for this job as our Aquatics Director: • Bachelor’s Graduate or Equivalent • Experience in fitness, retail, recreation management or hospitality industries • Experience supervising and managing preferred • Experience providing high-end member service and managing member concerns • Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence • Upon hire, you’ll be required to pursue American Red Cross Lifeguard certification as well as YMCA swim lesson instructor certification The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Aquatics Director: • Understand overall branch revenue and program goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliver department goals, membership goals and member engagement • Champion a culture where teams love to work, and members love to visit; recognize member-centered behaviors and reward outstanding performance • Creates and sustains an environment that values all people for their unique talents. Takes an active role in promoting and leveraging practices that support diversity, inclusion, global engagement, and cultural competence • Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs (this includes early morning, evening, and weekends) • Ensure the swimming facility is meeting or exceeding the Aquatic Safety Standards • Facilitate monthly in-service meetings that include skill review. • Supervise staff and ensure appropriate staffing of pool. Coordinate breaks and rotate staff.   Ensure program quality and monitor staff performance and member service • Develop high-quality aquatics programs, including swim lessons and water fitness, that meet the community's needs • Ensure safety and prevent injuries by supervising the pool area. Ensure no distraction or interference with the ability to hear or see signs of distress What you can expect: • Support from an amazing leadership team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Youth Sports Instructor- Community Youth

Program/Youth Sports/Adult

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Part Time, Hourly | $17.00 Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?We are looking for a Youth Sports Instructor to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us through athletics. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discount on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job: • Minimum 16 years of age. • Excellent knowledge of instructing in the program area. • Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention. The responsibilities we will trust you with: • Conduct YMCA program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards. • Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. • Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn YMCA programs and provide an enjoyable YMCA experience. • Evaluate program skills, complete progress reports for each session and complete communications for parents. • Provide excellent service to members and participants. Communicate all YMCA rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable. What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn and grow • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me - we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Bike Program Instructor - Community Youth

Program/Youth Sports/Adult

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is hiring part-time instructors for its growing after-school watershed education program. Watershed Education by Bike (WEB) is a groundbreaking program that gets youth active by teaching them how to safely ride in urban, suburban and trail environments, while also focusing on watershed and environmental education. Bicycles allow students to get out of the classroom and offer hands-on experiential learning opportunities in the community. When working in multiple environments, instructors will lead a group of 13 students in grades 5th-8th on program-owned bicycles through the trails in Camden and Burlington Counties, NJ. When working in our school aged classroom setting, instructors will prepare and implement watershed education lessons/experiments with children grades K-8th. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job: • High school diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferred • Must be available Monday – Friday between 2:00pm – 6:00pm • Experience or interest in physical activity & environmental education • Must be willing to travel throughout Camden City, and Burlington and Camden counties • Have a basic knowledge of bicycle mechanics and be able to ride a bicycle at 8-12 MPH • Strong classroom management, conflict resolution, and oral communication skills • Ability to complete tasks independently. The responsibilities we will trust you with: • Teach participants basic bicycle safety and maintenance • Teach participants watershed and environmental education through the implementation of a provided program curriculum. • Establish relationships with local partners to help support the WEB program • Facilitate environmental education lessons and activities at several after-school sites • Assist in developing lessons based on provided resources • Perform other related duties as assigned. What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Camden Learn More

Assistant Teacher - Early Learning

Child Care/Day Camp

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Part Time, Hourly | $16.00-$16.50 We believe great minds are nurtured by great teachers. Is that you? We are looking for an assistant teacher passionate about bringing the best out in kids, connecting to our community and having fun! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job: • High School degree or equivalent. • 2 years (2500 hours) verified childcare experience. The responsibilities we will trust you with: • Assist in planning and implementing dynamic curricula to ensure fun, child-centered, and age-appropriate lessons are offered. • Cultivate a sensitive, patient childcare environment for both children and families. • Maintain a healthy environment through light cleaning and supporting personal care routines of the children. • Supervise each child in your care by being able to identify, SEE, HEAR, DIRECT and ASSIST, always ensuring a safe environment. • Uphold all YMCA, State, and Quality Rating Systems policies and guidelines for overall commitment to quality in childcare. What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team • Opportunities to learn & grow • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Membership Service Team Member- Full Time

Memberships

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Membership Service Team Member to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help members reach their potential, enact goals, and we change lives in our Y community. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurances • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 paid holidays throughout the year • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! • Supplemental insurance benefits What is needed for this job: • 18+ years of age • 1+ years of experience in customer service • Have a willingness and desire to live out the mission of the Y • Are experienced in cash handling and can reconcile shift transactions • Enjoyment from working with members and building positive relationships The responsibilities we will trust you with: • Providing customer service support to members, program participants, and guests • Assisting members and participants with their needs, including program and membership registration, troubleshooting issues, and supporting members' wellness goals • Building strong relationships with members and guests of all ages What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Philadelphia Learn More

Gymnastics Instructor

Program/Youth Sports/Adult

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Part Time, Hourly | Starting at $13 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a gymnastics coach to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job: • 15+ years of age, 2+ years of experience in gymnastics setting • Some high school • Have strong communication skills with desire to meet everyone at their level of experience • Ability to physically assist (spot) individuals through skills with a clear understanding of developing a gymnast The responsibilities we will trust you with: • Provide a safe environment, encouraging, and supportive environment that allows members and participants to learn YMCA programs and have an enjoyable YMCA gymnastics experience • Arrive at least 15 minutes before scheduled class and be prepared with equipment set up and ready to begin at scheduled time • Evaluate program skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents; complete incident reports; take attendance • Assist in the instruction of program skills and character development objectives and techniques in accordance with YMCA standards • Provide supervision to program participants and actively participate in all aspects of the program • Wear proper attire in accordance with YMCA standards • Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents • Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnast’s skills • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn and grow • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Hatboro Learn More

Kid Zone Team Member

Memberships

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Do you love connecting with children and our members? We are looking for a Kid Zone Team Member to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Kid Zone Team Member: • 18+ years of age • Have experience and comfort working in child care - does not have to be professional • Have a willingness and desire to live out the mission of the Y • Are able to perform life saving skills in First Aid/CPR/AED/Emergency Oxygen (training provided) The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Kid Zone Team Member: • Maintaining a fun, safe, and clean environment for children to play and learn • Engaging with children to maximize their experience • Vigilantly monitor the children and their environment • Prevention of risk, bullying, and misbehavior What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Lifeguard - Boyertown

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Love swimming and working at the pool? We got you. We are looking for individuals age 16+ to serve as lifeguards. As a lifeguard, you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule. Opening shifts available for the early bird! • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Lifeguard: • Age 16+ • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course • Passionate about safety around water and strong swim skills The responsibilities we will trust you as our Lifeguard: • Ensuring the safety and surveillance of all pool participants • Understanding and applying organizational safety procedures for the pool deck and aquatic areas • Maintaining organization and cleanliness of the pool deck, including skimming and brushing What you can expect: • Support from an amazing leadership team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Boyertown Learn More

Lifeguard - Pottstown YMCA

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Required Shifts: 6am-10am Love swimming and working at the pool? We got you. We are looking for individuals age 16+ to serve as lifeguards. As a lifeguard, you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule. Opening shifts available for the early bird! • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Lifeguard: • Age 16+ • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course • Passionate about safety around water and strong swim skills The responsibilities we will trust you as our Lifeguard: • Ensuring the safety and surveillance of all pool participants • Understanding and applying organizational safety procedures for the pool deck and aquatic areas • Maintaining organization and cleanliness of the pool deck, including skimming and brushing What you can expect: • Support from an amazing leadership team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Pottstown Learn More

Custodian

Maintenance

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! The Custodian is expected to ensure effective cleanliness of all assigned facilities/projects which include locker rooms, floors, grounds, and general custodial maintenance. Ensure a safe, clean, and healthy environment and a positive member experience. Nights and weekends are required. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!  What is needed for this: • 18 years of age with a high school or technical school diploma, GED or equivalent. • Ability to operate cleaning equipment. The responsibilities we will trust you with: • Clean and sanitize walls, floors, furniture, equipment utilizing the proper supplies and in accordance with product label instructions. Vacuum, sweep, dust all areas, furniture, light fixtures, and other equipment. Routinely monitor trash and dispose in accordance with procedures. • Set up and break down equipment as needed.  Ensure all equipment for member programs is clean, sanitized and in good working order. • Respond promptly to all emergency situations as well as maintain the safety of all members, program participants, guests, and staff. • Maintain closets and shop areas in neat, organized, and safe condition with all supplies and chemicals properly labeled. What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Private and Semi Private Swim Lessons

Private Swim Packages:

Five Session

  • Members: five lesson package - $185
  • Non-members: five lesson package - $370

One Session

  • Members: one lesson package - $45
  • Non-members: one lesson package - $90

Semi-Private Swim Packages:

  • Members: five lesson package - $140
  • Non-members: five lesson package - $280

Members who are interested in lessons can register or make a registration request through our member portal. Private and semi-private lessons are only available at select branches.