Teach, Inspire, and Impact Futures
Join our dynamic team that creates safe and inspiring environments where kids, teens, and young adults can thrive at every stage of development.
The Best Way to Build a Better World
As a member of our youth development team, you will help build a better world by teaching kids from diverse backgrounds essential life, social, and emotional skills while providing a safe environment for them to learn, grow, and thrive.
“I love working for the Y, this place truly cares about me as a person. I have grown professionally since I started working with the Y in 2018. The Y provides many avenues for professional development and opportunities for promotions. The Y also cares about the community, it is a place for all ages. Lastly, the Y lets me do what I am passionate about, providing a safe place for kids before, after school, and in the summer. “ Jason B, School Age Program Director
There are Many Ways to Build a Brighter Future at the Y.
The Y provides opportunities to grow as a leader while making a difference in your community. We offer jobs working with children and young people, from entry-level positions to licensed therapists and administrative professionals, with options in a wide range of program areas including:
Early Education & Preschool Teachers
YMCA Early Education programs are enriching and positive places for kids to learn, grow, and thrive. Our teachers and supervisors provide gentle, nurturing care so children feel safe to explore, discover, and learn as they become school-ready.
School-Age Child Care Instructors
We proudly partner with local school districts to enhance out-of-school time. Child care instructors provide high-quality, active learning opportunities designed to engage and expand young minds in our school enrichment programs.
Youth, Sports, & Teen Programs
Many positions offer jobs working with kids while serving your local community. From youth sports instructors and Kids Zone to bus drivers and teen leadership staff, we have jobs for every level of interest, ability, and background.
Outdoor Seasonal Opportunities
Discover your passions and explore your potential with a seasonal job at the Y. Our camp and outdoor environmental education teams offer short-term specialized positions that can help prepare you for a career working with kids in the great outdoors.
Social Work & Crisis Intervention
The Y Social Impact Center team offers behavioral health, foster care, homelessness, and housing services to youth and young adults. They play a crucial role in interrupting trauma and creating pathways for everyone to reach their full potential
Lifeguards & Swim Instructors
Keeping kids safe around water is one of the most important jobs at the Y. Lifeguards and swim instructors save lives by teaching kids how to swim while building confidence and instilling life skills that will last a lifetime.
Camp Counselors & Outdoor Instructors
Work outdoors in some of the most beautiful parts of our state! Counselors and instructors lead participants through experiences that focus on environmental science and outdoor skills, impart social-emotional learning, and build self-confidence and independence.
Summer Day Camp Counselors
Summer Day Camp counselors serve as role models who lead by example to guide campers through activities ranging from arts & crafts, STEM programming, and sing-alongs to archery, nature hikes, outdoor recreation, and more.
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Featured Positions that Work with Kids
Early Education and Preschool Teachers
YMCA Early Education programs are enriching and positive places for kids to learn, grow, and thrive. As a teacher or supervisor, you’ll provide gentle, nurturing care for infants to pre-kindergarten so they feel safe to explore, discover, and learn as they become school-ready.
In Your Local Communities
YMCA Early Education centers are located across King and south Snohomish counties in Auburn, Redmond, West Seattle, and Woodinville, plus two Seattle Preschool Programs (preschoolers and pre-kindergarteners ages 3 to 5).
Hours & Benefits
- Minimum starting pay of $22 per hour
- Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle child care (50%) and day camp programs (30%)
- Full- and part-time positions during operating hours of Monday-Friday, 6:30 am-6:00 pm
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and more: Learn More >>
- Training and development opportunities
Licensed School-Age Child Care Staff
Licensed YMCA Child Care offers high-quality, active learning opportunities designed to expand young minds through before and after-school enrichment programs. Elementary-aged students engage in sports, arts, STEM, and other hands-on learning activities in a safe and caring environment.
More than 30 Locations Across Greater Seattle
We partner with school districts to provide programs at local elementary schools that focus on building life skills, exploring creative expression, being active, and most importantly, having fun.
Hours & Benefits
- Minimum starting pay of $20 per hour
- School-Year Hours: Before and after-school programming including full-time with split shifts or part-time, working before or after school, Monday-Friday
- Summer Hours: Summer camp programming focused on full-time, eight-hour shifts (preferred) with split shifts and part-time also available
- Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle child care (50%) and day camp programs (30%)
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and more: Learn More >>
- Training and development opportunities
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See How Y Staff are Making a Real Impact
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Minors Working at the Y
For minors (16-17 years old) to work at the Y, a Parent/School Authorization (PSA) Form must be completed before a minor can begin working. When school is in session, school is expected to be their priority.
What minors can and cannot do:
- Minors cannot work during school hours (defined as the hours their neighborhood public school is in session) and total hours per week is limited.
- If there is a situation where blood is present, a minor would not be able to administer first aid and would need an adult to step in.
- Minors cannot be the sole staff responsible for opening or closing a YGS work site or location, and cannot be designated the leader on duty.
- Minors under 17 years of age cannot drive a motor vehicle on public roads as part of their job. YGS minimum authorized driver age is 21.
- A person under 18 cannot have sole responsibility for a child or group of children.
- If a minor is teaching others to swim, they must be certified as a swim instructor through the American Red Cross, or a similar certifying organization (YGS uses YSLI).
- While a minor can assist with cleaning the pool, they are prohibited from entering or working in any chemical storage areas, including where filtration and chlorinating systems are located.
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Why Work at the Y?
We’re an inclusive organization of all kinds of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. Learn more about our culture and values and why the Y is the right place for you.
We Invest in You
We are proud to provide a comprehensive and affordable Total Rewards package to our valued employees and their families.
Join the Y
With a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and supporting our neighbors, your membership will not just bring about meaningful change in yourself, but also in your community.
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