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Location

Aliso Viejo, California

Salary

$18 - $22 / HOUR

Quick overview

Guide children aged 5-12 through curriculum-aligned activities including STEM, arts, and homework. Create a safe, positive, and enriching environment while modeling core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements summary

Must be at least 18 years old with experience working with children in after-school, camp, or daycare settings. Certain levels may require 12 Child Development units and corresponding experience.

professional certificateHospitalityMentoringCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementSocial-Emotional DevelopmentChildcareArts and CraftsHomework AssistanceSTEM Activities

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Oak
  • Grove
  • YMCA -
  • Aliso
  • Viejo,
  • CA 92656Position
  • Type:
  • Part
  • TimeSalary
  • Range: $18.08 - $21.88 HourlyThe YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are actively seeking highly engaged, intentional, and service-oriented individuals for Full-time and Part-time Childcare Teacher positions. This role is an opportunity to directly impact the lives of children and families by fostering genuine connections, practicing exceptional hospitality, and creating a safe, positive, and enriching environment where every interaction is meaningful.

Location

  • Oak Grove
  • YMCA - 22705
  • Sanborn,
  • Aliso
  • Viejo,
  • CA 92656
  • Work
  • Schedule (Flexible):
  • Monday -
  • Friday 6:45am - 9:30am 1pm - 6pm
  • Purpose &
  • Impact:
  • Be a
  • Mentor: Guide children (ages 5-12) through curriculum-aligned activities (STEM, arts, homework).
  • Practice
  • Intentionality: Provide attentive service, warmth, and a welcoming environment for all participants and parents.
  • Model
  • Core
  • Values: Uphold Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility daily.
  • Create
  • Lasting
  • Change: Your committed presence ensures positive social-emotional growth and success for every child. Official Job Description will be provided during the interview.
  • Minimum
  • Qualifications (Must
  • Meet
  • One
  • Level):
  • Minimum
  • Age: 18+ years old.

Experience

  • Required experience working with children (ages 5-12) in an after-school, camp, or daycare setting.
  • Education
  • Requirements for
  • Teacher 2: 12 Child Development units (6 units in Child Development + 6 units in related fields such as Psychology, Sociology, Art, Sports, etc.) (6 months experience required)

Required Documents

Please upload transcripts when applying. Invested in You: Benefits & Perks FREE YMCA Membership, Classes, and Pool Access. FREE Training & Certifications. Tuition Reimbursement. Program Discounts (up to 100% off childcare). Retirement Fund, Paid Sick Time. Medical/Dental/Vision for Full-Time staff. Learn more about the YMCA and opportunities at: www.ymcaoc.org/careers Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Qualifications

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Program Discounts
  • Free Classes
  • Free Ymca Membership
  • Free Pool Access
  • Retirement Fund
  • Free Training & Certifications