Foreverwell Program Coordinator

About Us

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is an association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County. Named a 2026 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for the third consecutive year, YGBW is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Responsibilities

• Conduct class sessions as scheduled and provide assistance in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous, and professional manner.
• Lead programs with enthusiasm and positive motivation while promoting and exhibiting a healthy attitude, lifestyle, and appearance.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge and ability to teach skills necessary for the specialty field.
• Organize and maintain program records (e.g., attendance records, rosters).
• Manage all equipment and maintain a clean, risk-free environment.
• Communicate effectively and timely with program participants and parents, including pre-class updates (monthly or academy).
• Ensure all children are picked up by a parent.
• Promote other YMCA programs by distributing brochures, answering questions, or referring inquiries to the appropriate person.
• Create staff schedules and communicate with staff.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of advanced experience in the specialty field and/or pursuing advanced education in a related field (e.g., Dance, Tennis, Martial Arts).
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs.
• Minimum of 4 years of teaching experience in the specialized area.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the specialized area.
• Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and safely supervise program activities.
• Regular use of a computer for extended periods and ability to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• Frequent sitting, reaching, and moving around the work environment.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.

Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees.
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day).
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons, and everyday essentials like home, auto, and pet insurance via the employee marketplace.
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility, plus an optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Continuing education reimbursement and tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University.
• Career development and paid training.
• Unlimited referral bonus starting at $300.

Inclusivity

Not meeting every single requirement? Research shows that women and marginalized groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet all qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches hold you back—we want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for.