An Opportunity To Change Lives.
We’re hiring!
Imagine coming to work every day knowing that you positively influence the lives of youth and others in your community. We are only impactful in our work when we have dedicated, knowledgeable, passionate staff who believe in our cause. Check out the opportunities; perhaps YOU are the cause-driven leader we are looking for!
Our Jobs Mean More

Summer Day Camp Counselors
Summer Day Camp Counselors serve as professional role models for our campers by leading through example and guiding campers through recreational activities that teach life skills, encourage healthy and safe behaviors and create a positive camper experience. The Summer Camp Counselor ensures that each youth has adequate supervision including ensuring that no youth is unsupervised at any time. Counselors ensure all activities and events are reflective of the YMCA’s mission and commitment to developing youth with character values including Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Positions: Summer Camp Counselors
Fill out an application at a front desk for click to download application. Please, direct applications and questions to Mike Rosales at [email protected]
Before & After School Counselors
Our School-Age Child Care Department is seeking creative individuals who have before school, after school and/or full-day availability. Responsibilities include direct supervision of children, planning and implementing program activities, e-learning knowledge, games and crafts. Prior childcare experience is helpful.
Positions: Before & After School Counselors
Please, direct applications and questions to Mike Rosales at [email protected] or call 630-552-4100 x233.
Swim Lesson Instructor
The Y is a leading nonprofit for strengthening community, and the nation’s largest provider of swim lessons to increase skill related to safety around water. This position provides direct instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes of all ages and abilities. Provides exceptional customer service to promote aquatics programs and the YMCA.
Positions: Swim Lesson Instructor
Please, direct applications and questions to Mike Click at [email protected]
Gymnastics Instructor
Our gymnastics department is seeking an energetic, outgoing and passionate individual to join their team.
Part-time positions: Instructors with weekend availability.
Share your knowledge and passion of gymnastics with children ages 3 to 18 years.
Instructors with general knowledge of gymnastics skills/spotting techniques and knowledge of all 4 gymnastics events (floor, bars, vault & beam).
Send resume to the attention of Jenny Menz at [email protected]
Music Instructors
The Fox Valley Family YMCA is looking for an enthusiastic, patient music teacher to teach music lessons. Candidates must have in-depth knowledge of the instrument and experience teaching music lessons. Prior experience teaching children is preferred.
Positions: Music Instructor & Piano Instructor
Please, direct applications and questions to Lacey Wehrli at [email protected]
Early Learning Academy Teacher
Our Early Learning Academy is growing and looking for motivated educators to help us meet our goals.
Positions: Teachers with an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education preferred or Teacher qualified according to DCFS standards.
Send resume to the attention of Dana Lowe at [email protected]
Fill out an application!
Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities at the Y! Click below to download the employment application, fill it out and send the appropriate Director for review.