Child Watch Aide (La Central YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,514 - 27,792; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

An organization committed to empowering New Yorkers seeks a Child Watch Aide. This role involves maintaining a safe and engaging environment for children aged 6 months to 7 years. The ideal candidate will have prior childcare experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for youth development. Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required along with First Aid/CPR/AED certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience working in childcare.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children.
• Supervise participants and administer recreational activities.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans.

Skills

Hospitality skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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$17.17 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The La Central YMCA is seeking a Child Watch Aide who will be responsible for maintaining a safe, structured, fun, and value-based program for Child Watch participants ages 6 months to 7 years old.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Supervise program participants, administer recreational activities for children, and address any issues that may arise with parents/guardians.
• Effectively develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans daily.
• Provide a safe, fun, and inviting environment for participants in our child watch areas.
• Work cooperatively with professional staff, coworkers, and other departments.
• Process new child watch applications, and orientations, record emergency medical information, and maintain attendance and sign-in records.
• Maintain knowledge of all YMCA programs and services to assist members in the selection of services that meet their individual needs.
• Design and implement age-appropriate activities for participants.
• Communicate with families daily about their children’s strengths and areas needing attention.
• Actively participate in all training sessions and designed meetings and special events.
• Obtain shift coverage when unable to report to work.
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. College coursework preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in childcare.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Excellent hospitality and communication skills.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
  
  

Benefits:

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits , medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application , and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

Job ID

req2448

Employment Type

Part-Time / Regular

Location

La Central YMCA

434 Westchester Ave

Bronx, NY, 10455

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER DRUGFREE WORKPLACE

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

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• Industries

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