Program Specialist Enrichment (Program focus area is Chess instruction)- Dover YMCA Family Location

Essential Responsibilities

• Create a curriculum or activity plan for each program, ensuring it is engaging and age appropriate.
• Adapt activities based on participant needs, interests, and feedback.
• Facilitate activities and provide instruction or supervision to participants during sessions.
• Track and monitor participant progress and feedback to assess the effectiveness of the programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in program development, education, or recreation (1-3 years preferred).
• Experience working with a variety of age groups (children, teens, adults) is a plus.
• A strong understanding of chess fundamentals and ability to teach participants of all ages using proper technique and progression.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills.
• Additional qualifications specific to each program (such as certifications or degrees in dance, sports, or education, affiliation with or knowledge of US Chess Federation).

Benefits & Perks

• Free Nationwide Y Membership for your Household.
• 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility.
• Learning and development workshops.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Pay

$16.00 – $21.00 per hour. Final compensation is based on factors such as the skills, qualifications, and experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and can vary based on the specific program and participant needs.

Skills

Strong understanding of chess fundamentals, ability to teach chess rules, piece movement, basic strategy and tactics in a fun, age-appropriate manner.

Requirements

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.