Child Watch Assistant - Encinitas

YMC; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ecke Family YMCA in Encinitas is hiring a Child Watch Assistant to support the supervision of children aged 6 weeks to 12 years under supervision of the Child Watch Attendant. The role emphasizes play, structured activities, and creating a safe, caring environment.

Typical schedule runs Monday through Saturday mornings and afternoons at the Encinitas location with a pay range of $17.75 to $20.66 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 or older.
• Active enrollment in high school.
• Valid school district Work Permit required.
• Interest in working with children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate age-appropriate activities for children.
• Supervise children in a safe and fun environment.
• Monitor behavior to ensure safety and adherence to YMCA rules.
• Care for children of various ages, including infants and older kids.
• Communicate with members about their child’s experience and concerns.
• Follow emergency procedures to keep participants and staff safe.
• Maintain a clean and organized children's area.
• Assist in planning and implementing daily schedule and curriculum.
• Demonstrate warmth and friendliness while meeting diverse needs.
• Provide excellent customer service and strong organizational skills.
• Interact with children and parents to support growth and learning.
• Ability to lift children and infants and to sit/stand for extended periods.

Skills

Child supervision

Activity planning

Safety awareness

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Emergency response

Education

High school student

Work Permit

Job description

Overview

The Child Watch Assistant works under the supervision of the Child Watch Attendant and shares responsibility for the overall supervision of children and program planning for minor children ages (6 weeks - 12 years of age). This role is crucial in supporting children through play and structure activities while ensuring that each child feels cared for and safe.

Schedule

• Ecke Family YMCA - Encinitas
• Monday - Saturday, 8:00am - 1:00pm. Tuesday - Thursday, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate the provision of age-appropriate activities and events for children
• Supervise and engage with children in a safe and fun environment
• Monitor children's behavior to ensure safety and adherence to the Y’s rules
• Provide care for children of various ages, including toddlers and preschoolers
• Communicate effectively with members regarding their child’s experience and any concerns
• Follow emergency procedures appropriately to ensure the safety of participants and staff
• Communicate in a positive and effective manner with all participants, parents, members and co-workers
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the children’s area
• Assist in planning, supervision and implementation of the daily schedule and curriculum
• Must have a warm and friendly personality and the sensitivity to meet the needs of a diverse population
• Excellent customer service experience and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with children and parents alike
• A compassionate approach to working with children, fostering a positive environment for growth and learning
• Ability to lift children and infants
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age or older
• Actively enrolled in high school
• Valid school district Work Permit is required
• Sincere interest in working with children

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $17.75 - USD $20.66 /Hr.