I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at The Y (YMCA) (Long Beach, CA) in Aug 2016
Interview
Phone interview-short, covers basics, ask why you want to work with kids and your experience
In person interview-more in depth, ask how you would handle a child resisting involvement or cooperation etc.
3rd, final interview-demonstrate a short lesson plan/activity to a set of children at a school
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you handle a child who refused to participate in an activity
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at The Y (YMCA) (Houston, TX)
Interview
The interview process was great. You need to get drug tested but it is worth it in the end. Love working with kids and the job itself. Like my coworkers and supervisor. Glad I applied.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How will you communicate with other staff. (Example; teachers in the school)
I applied online. I interviewed at The Y (YMCA) (Cary, NC) in Oct 2021
Interview
Me and another person had an interview together which made the process less stressful. If you can sign up for that, I would recommend to do so. It’s a lot of younger people working there, so keep that in mind while applying
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at The Y (YMCA) (Seattle, WA) in Mar 2021
Interview
Very straightforward and asked questions about previous childhood experience and what I would do in certain situations. Not a long interview, maybe 10 minutes max and got the offer right after the interview was done.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What would you do if a child came up to you and showed you their drawing?