Child Care Team Lead

VASA Fitness; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KidCare for free

Two gym memberships for you and family

401(k) options

Employee Assistance Program (free or e

Paid Time Off and benefits (Health/D/W

Job summary

VASA Fitness in Tucson is seeking a Child Care Team Lead to oversee the club's KidCare program, build a high-performing team, and ensure every child receives safe, fun, and age-appropriate care during visits.

You will coach staff, uphold safety standards, and create a welcoming experience for families so members can focus on their workouts. This role blends leadership with meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading or supporting teams in child care, education, youth programs, or related environments.
• Experience coaching or mentoring others in a people-focused environment.
• Experience working with children in a structured, safety-focused setting.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Organized, dependable, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting, training, and developing a high-performing KidCare team.
• Delivering a consistently safe, clean, and engaging child care experience.
• Maintaining compliance with all required background checks, safety scans, and child care regulation.
• Following KidCare playbooks, safety standards, and procedures at all times.
• Creating age-appropriate programming that keeps children engaged and excited to return.
• Supporting families by providing a trusted, welcoming environment every day.

Skills

Team leadership

People coaching

Communication

Safety focus

Job description

Worker Category

At VASA Fitness, we're more than a gym--we're a community built on unity, passion, love, integrity, fun, and trust. We create UPLIFTing experiences for everyone through inclusive, accessible, and on-trend fitness. VASA is a place where lives are changed through authentic connections, growth, and support--for both members and team members.

We're looking for a Child Care Team Lead who is passionate about working with children, energized by leadership, and committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for families.

HOW YOU WILL CHANGE LIVES

The Child Care Team Lead (CCTL) is the leader of the club's KidCare program. You'll build and develop a high-performing child care team while ensuring every child receives safe, fun, and age-appropriate care during every visit.

Your leadership allows parents to focus on their fitness with confidence, knowing their children are supported in a clean, engaging, and well-run environment. By coaching your team, maintaining safety standards, and creating a positive experience for families, you'll help make VASA a place members trust and return to.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

When you join VASA, you'll find more than a job--you'll find a place to belong. Our leaders believe in our mission, have high standards, and give energy to others every day.

• Compensation: Base rate of $XX per hour
• Split-Shift Schedule: This role works a consistent split shift from 8:00am--12:00pm and 4:00pm--8:00pm, with a break in the middle of the day
• KidCare perk: Your children can attend KidCare for free while you work
• Wellness is a priority! All employees receive two complimentary gym memberships-one for you and one to share
• All employees are eligible to participate in 401(k) options, and the Employee Assistance Program -- FREE therapy, financial advising, legal advice, and more.
• 40 hours/week: Paid Time Off, Health/Dental/Vision benefits, Paid Parental Leave, & Paid Holidays

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 3+ years of experience leading or supporting teams in child care , education, youth programs, or related environments
• Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring others in a people-focused environment
• Experience working with children in a structured, safety-focused setting
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Organized, dependable, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, engaging leadership style with a passion for helping others

WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?

• Recruiting, training, and developing a reliable, high-performing KidCare team
• Delivering a consistently safe, clean, and engaging child care experience
• Maintaining compliance with all required background checks, safety scans, and child care regulations to ensure a safe environment for every child
• Ensuring KidCare playbooks, safety standards, and procedures are followed at all times.
• Creating age-appropriate programming that keeps children engaged and excited to return
• Supporting families by providing a trusted, welcoming environment every day

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