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About the Role

The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Trainer plays a key role in advancing the YMCA of Greater San Francisco’s mission to strengthen community and ensure that all children, staff, and families have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. This position delivers high-quality, inclusive training that supports safe, developmentally appropriate, and responsive early learning environments, focusing on Child Abuse Prevention, De-escalation, and CPR/AED/First Aid for YMCA staff.

Responsibilities

Facilitate a minimum of one and up to four Early Childhood Education and/or Transitional Kindergarten (ECE/TK) trainings annually.
Deliver effective, engaging, and inclusive trainings that empower staff to strengthen safety practices, respond to challenging behaviors, and support healthy child development.
Apply “Listen First” principles and Leadership Development Coaching strategies to foster trust, learning, and collaboration.
Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to scheduled trainings and remain available after sessions to support room setup and breakdown.
Maintain accurate and timely training documentation and required records.
Assess, refine, and modify training procedures to improve program efficiency and internal training systems.
Demonstrate openness to feedback from participants, colleagues, and supervisors; incorporate feedback to strengthen facilitation skills and program delivery.
Commit to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement as a trainer and leader.
Participate in department meetings, staff trainings, and required professional learning opportunities.
Complete all mandatory YGFS trainings prior to the first shift and as required thereafter.
Collaborate effectively with a diverse staff population and contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace.

Requirements

Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation.
The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees.
Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Skills

Relationship-building
Facilitation
Coaching
Planning
Problem-solving
Written communication
Verbal communication
Ability to work effectively with staff from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences
Patience
Adaptability
Accountability
Results-driven
Ability to balance consistency and flexibility in a training environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Proficiency in general computer applications

Location

San Francisco

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Two or more years of professional YMCA experience
Experience delivering training to diverse populations

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
Current ASHI CPR/AED/First Aid Community Certification

Salary/Compensations

$27.00 - $32.00 per hour

About the Company

As a global movement and the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco offers more than just a job—we offer a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community.
At the Y, you can uncover your passion and build a lifelong career addressing some of the nation's most pressing social issues.
Our Organizational Culture: At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to demonstrating values that aim to building strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become.
With Truth & Courage, we strive to understand and act on individual and societal truths.
We ensure a safe and inclusive environment with Authenticity & Accessibility, allowing everyone to participate according to their needs.
Our approach is Dependable & Creative, as we respond to community needs through strong partnerships.
Above all, we embody Dignity & Empathy, treating everyone with respect and compassion, and recognizing the inherent dignity in all individuals.

Equal Opportunity

The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees.