This is an AmeriCorps/Washington Service Corps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. YMCA Earth Service Corps (YESC) is leadership through environmental service. YESC empowers young people to become effective, responsible, global citizens. We provide opportunities for service learning, environmental education, and cross-cultural awareness. Program Instructors play a crucial role in delivering high-quality positive youth development programming. This program includes school clubs, service-learning projects, and regional events. Our comprehensive model removes barriers and engages diverse populations. Members will support school clubs to mentor and develop youth leaders while building character and environmental awareness. We are looking for candidates who have experience working with youth and/or doing environmental service. We expect to begin rolling review of applications and interviews in mid-May. Monthly stipend amount: $2,438.
Member Duties- Support all aspects of our school-based environmental clubs.
- Mentor youth club members; collaborate with club advisors on activities, projects, events, recruitment, etc.
- Coordinate and facilitate regional projects and activities such as habitat restoration, day hikes, snowshoeing, kayaking, and educational field trips.
- Plan several large regional events and retreats.
- Improve programming through evaluation, expanded partnerships, and updated curriculum.
- Health Coverage
- Stipend
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Training
- Childcare assistance if eligible
- YMCA Membership
- Bus Pass or Mileage Reimbursement
- Youth Development
- Education
- Team Work
- Environment
- Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
- Program: 26-27 YMCA Earth Service Corps Program Instructor
- Program Start/End Date: 09/01/2026 - 07/15/2027
- Work Schedule: Full Time
- Education level: High school diploma/GED
- Age Requirement: Minimum: 21 Maximum: 99
- Program Locations: WASHINGTON Seattle/Tacoma/Bremerton
- Accepting Applications: From 04/21/2026 To 02/01/2027
- Contact: Chelsey Wheeler, 309 Pontius Ave N, Seattle WA 98109, (206) 466-1048, , www.ymcaearthservicecorps.org
- Listing ID: 80574