Part-Time Child Care Staff – State College Branch
Hours: 3 PM – 6 PM, Monday through Friday

The YMCA of Centre County – State College Branch is seeking enthusiastic Part-Time Child Care Staff to support the safety, well-being, and development of children in our programs. This role offers the opportunity to create a positive, engaging environment where children can thrive through fun activities and learning experiences.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with PA Department of Human Services (DHS) regulations.

• Supervise all children and remain physically present with your group at all times.

• Plan and lead activities that support each child’s interests, talents, and learning pace.

• Assist in developing and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum.

• Engage with children in games, activities, and special programs in a positive and enthusiastic manner.

• Communicate daily with parents regarding their child’s experience.

• Utilize positive disciplinary methods such as redirection, positive reinforcement, proactive guidance, and time-outs when necessary.

• Complete administrative tasks including meal counts, attendance, incident reports, and supply requests.

Qualifications (must meet at least one):

• High school diploma + 30 credits in an education or human services field.

• High school diploma + 600+ hours of secondary training.

• High school diploma + 15 credits in an education or human services field + 1 year experience working with children.

• High school diploma + 2 years experience working with children.

Salary & Benefits:

• $14 – $15.50 per hour (based on education and experience)

• Retirement program

• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs

• FREE YMCA membership with access to all four YMCA of Centre County facilities

• Opportunities for professional development

Apply:
Send your resume or inquiries to Morgan Hurd at [email protected].

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for a full-time Lead Member Service Representative who will be responsible for ensuring that all interactions with Y members, potential members, and guests are conducted in a warm, friendly, and efficient manner. Anticipated start date is in January 2026.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remain attentive and aware to greet everyone that enters the facility.
• Preserve the security and maintain the cleanliness of the front desk/reception area.
• Process memberships, guest passes, and other program sales utilizing the DAXKO Operations system.
• Keep proper reconciliation and close-out of shift transactions, including balancing the cash drawer at the desk area.
• Answer the telephone in a polite and courteous manner.
• Provide tours and information about Y facilities and programming to prospective members.
• Study and be aware of all written materials published by the Y, including the Member Handbook, brochures, flyers, etc. and be prepared to communicate information to the general public.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Proficient computer skills including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, and web-based operating systems.

Salary/Benefits

• $16 - $17 per hour.
• 403b Retirement Program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership (for regularly scheduled employees) with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off package.

How To Apply

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

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people in YOUR community. As a non-profit organization committed to strengthening our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, YMCA of Centre County offers more than just a job: we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference.

Our State College YMCA has immediate openings for part-time Fitness Center Staff to fill a variety of shifts throughout the week. Available shifts include Saturdays from 1:00 PM - 6:15 PM, Mondays from 4:00 PM - 9:15 PM, and Fridays from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide instructions for how to use fitness equipment while maintaining high safety standards.
• Identify unsafe techniques, correct participants, and suggest alternative exercises.
• Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the fitness facility and the equipment within it.
• Keep the Wellness Director informed of any incidents or problems that may have occurred within the fitness center.
• Enthusiastically greet members and convey a positive attitude. Develop relationships with members.

Qualifications

• Education in a health and wellness field OR a personal training certification is required.
• Strong communication skills along with the ability to motivate and encourage a diverse population.

Salary/Benefits

• $11.00 per hour for fitness center staff; $18 per hour when personal training
• 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Emily Conkey at [email protected]. 

The Y is a great place to work, gain experience in your field of interest, meet new friends, and strengthen your community. Apply today to join our team and our cause! YMCA of Centre County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for a full-time Head Lifeguard to be responsible for upholding safety rules, Y policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at YMCA pools. This includes instructing swim lessons and supervising other lifeguard staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Head Lifeguard:
• Supervise lifeguard staff during shift times, including opening and closing procedures.
• Perform cleaning duties as assigned.
• Test the pool daily to ensure a safe swimming environment; add chemicals to maintain proper chemistry. Advise the Aquatics Director of any issues.
• Maintain orderly logbooks in accordance with PA Health Codes. Abide by the PA State Bather’s Code when cleaning up during water contamination incidents.
• Supervise swimmers and patrons within the aquatic facility.
• Take actions necessary to prevent injury to patrons and self.
• Respond and perform lifesaving actions and emergency first aid when needed.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules; know the reasons behind every rule and convey those reasons in a positive manner to patrons who ask questions.
• Complete incident reports as needed. Report any problems with patrons or other staff to the Aquatics Director.
• Swim Instructor:
• Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objectives.
• Create lesson plans including activities that fall within swim lesson program guidelines.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with an extra emphasis on safety.
• Take attendance using the class roster.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress.

Qualifications

• At a minimum, a high school level education is required.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.
• Previous experience as a lifeguard.
• Previous experience teaching swim lessons.

Salary/Benefits

• $14.00 per hour base rate.
• $18 per hour for group lessons.
• $25 per hour for private lessons.
• 403(b) retirement program.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.
• Employer paid group health insurance.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Generous paid time-off package and paid holidays.

How To Apply

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

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Swim Lesson Instructors to be responsible for teaching swim lessons utilizing the Y USA Swim Lesson Program and YMCA of Centre County approved lesson plans. Staff are needed to fill shifts Monday - Thursday from 5:00 PM - 6:45 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Primary Responsibilities

• Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objective. Maintain a positive rapport with parents and other patrons.
• Follow lesson plans and create drills and activities within swim lesson program guidelines.
• Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with extra emphasis on safety. Teach age-appropriate rules in a positive manner to lesson participants. Report problems or concerns to the Program Director.
• Take attendance using the class roster. Those not on the roster must register at the front desk.
• Private Swim Instructors should verify payment for private lessons by viewing a receipt from the client prior to teaching the lesson. Once the lesson is complete, instructors should log it and keep track of those paid at the front desk. Under no circumstances should an instructor directly accept money from a client for the services given.
• Complete skills sheets after each class and store in YMCA binder.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress.
• Assist with keeping the pool area clean and complete other duties within the pool area as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Prior experience teaching swim lessons preferred.
• Prior swimming experience necessary.

Salary/Benefits

• Starting at $18 per hour.
• Additional opportunities for teaching private lessons at a higher rate will become available at a later opportunity, per the Assistant Aquatics Director.
• Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs.
• For those interested in teaching adapted swim lessons, to work individually with children possessing special needs, disabilities, sensory issues, or otherwise, opportunities to shadow an experienced instructor will be available for Friday evenings between 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
• FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities.

How To Apply

Applications, inquiries, and resumes should be directed to Ray Carroll at [email protected]

The State College YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Lifeguards to be responsible for upholding safety rules, YMCA policies, accident prevention, and emergency response at our indoor pools. Staff are needed to fill shifts on weekdays from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Weekend shifts are also available.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remain physically and mentally alert, taking a proactive approach to searching for distressed swimmers and hazards.
• Successfully communicate with youth and adults to enforce pool rules and schedules.
• Remain calm, respond effectively, and give clear directions in an emergency situation.
• Maintain safety of pool environment by removing hazards that could lead to injury in or around the pool deck and halting any dangerous behavior displayed by patrons.
• Responsible for helping clean the pool facility, including vacuuming the pool and other duties as assigned.
• Remain physically capable of completing the prerequisite swim test as specified by the American Red Cross to ensure ability to respond in an emergency situation.

Qualifications

• At a minimum, some high school level education is required.
• Current lifeguard certification or ability to obtain a certification.

Salary/Benefits

• $13.00 per hour.
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement program.
• Reimbursement of lifeguard certification cost if completed at the Y and for the purpose of serving as a YMCA of Centre County lifeguard.
• 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 Ray Carroll at [email protected].