The Moshannon Valley YMCA is currently accepting applications for a part-time Gymnastics Instructor to be responsible for the operation of youth gymnastics classes at the branch. The date and time of classes is flexible depending on the instructor's availability. In general, successful candidates should be available once per week for one hour.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging participants to meet course objectives.
• Follow YMCA of the USA and YMCA of Centre County program guidelines and lesson plans.
• Teach age appropriate techniques and modify as necessary based on skill level of participants.
• Always take attendance using the class roster. Those not listed on the roster must register at the member services desk.
• Encourage proper behavior for participants and parents. Alert the Youth Programs Director of any issues.

Qualifications

• Tumbling/gymnastics experience.
• Ability to cooperate and work with YMCA staff to provide a quality program.
• Previous experience working with youth is helpful.

Salary/Benefits

• $10.00 per hour.
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

How To Apply

• Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Sydney Swales at [email protected].

YMCA of Centre County’s Moshannon Valley Branch is currently accepting applications for full-time Child Care Staff who will be responsible for providing an environment rich in activities and experiences to promote the development of each child enrolled in our Early Learning (pre-school) Program.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge and understanding of PA Department of Public Welfare (DPW) regulations.
• Supervise all children and be physically present with the group of children in your care.
• When engaging children in activities, consider the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
• Assist with the development and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Interact and participate in games, activities, and special programs with children in a positive and enthusiastic manner. -Assist in daily communication with parents.
• Utilize positive disciplinary methods including, but not limited to, redirection, positive reinforcement, proactive guidance, and if needed, appropriate time outs.
• Assist with the completion of any necessary administrative paperwork (i.e. meal counts, attendance, incident reports, supply requests, etc.)

Qualifications (should meet ONE of these criteria)

• Bachelor's degree in education or human service field.
• Associate's degree in education or human service field plus 1 year of experience working with children totaling a minimum of 1250 hours.
• Bachelor's degree in a non-human service field plus 30 credits in education or human service field plus 2 years of experience working with children totaling a minimum of 2500 hours.
• Associate's degree in a non-human service field plus 30 credits in education or human service field plus 3 years of experience working with children totaling a minimum of 3750 hours.

Salary/Benefits

• $10.00 to $11.15 per hour depending on experience with opportunities for increases.
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time positions include employer paid group health insurance, a generous paid time-off package, and paid holidays.

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mandi Bush at [email protected]. 

Our Moshannon Valley Branch is currently accepting applications for part-time Child Care Staff to fill shifts in the Before and After School Program Monday-Friday. Staff will be responsible for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in our programs as well as providing an environment rich in activities and experiences to promote the development of each child.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge and understanding of PA Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations.
• Supervise all children and be physically present with the group of children in your care.
• When engaging children in activities, consider the needs of individual children with concern for their interests, special talents, individual style, and pace of learning.
• Assist with the development and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Interact and participate in games, activities, and special programs with children in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
• Assist in daily communication with parents.
• Utilize positive disciplinary methods including, but not limited to, redirection, positive reinforcement, proactive guidance, and if needed, appropriate time outs.
• Assist with the completion of any necessary administrative paperwork (i.e. meal counts, attendance, incident reports, supply requests, etc.)

Qualifications (should meet ONE of these criteria)

• High school diploma and 30 credits in an education or human services field.
• High school diploma and 600 or more hours of secondary training.
• High school diploma, 15 credit hours in an education or human service field, and 1 year of experience working with children.
• High school diploma and 2 years of experience working with children.

Salary/Benefits

• $10.00 to $11.15 per hour depending on level of education and experience with opportunities for increases.
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
• Opportunities for professional development.

How to Apply

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Mandi Bush at [email protected].