Craft Shop Instructor SMR (2026)

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Craft and Design Center Director (EPC) or Associate Program Director (SMR), Craft Shop Instructors will develop, implement, and oversee craft programs. This role will provide excellent customer service and engage with guests of all ages.

Culture

We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary experiences for our guests and for each other and we expect constant demonstration of our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.

Qualifications

• Teach arts and crafts to people of all ages and abilities in a safe environment.
• Maintain inventory to ensure that each section has the necessary supplies.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Predict, prevent, identify and respond to safety issues.
• Communicate with all guests in a mature, responsible fashion.
• Use computer system to assist guests in purchasing crafts.
• Affirmative action statement: Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Participate in daily cleaning of program buildings as assigned.
• Work in other departments or program areas as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience with arts and crafts or background in Art Education (preferred).
• Experience working with Children (preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be fluent in speaking English.
• Must enjoy working with people.
• Must possess current First Aid and CPR certification.

General YMCA of the Rockies Requirements

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions.
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs.
• Possess excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Safety: Support the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff.
• Cooperative, Positive, Flexible Atmosphere: Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must be able to walk up to two (2) miles on uneven terrain.