Child Watch Assistant - Santee

YMC; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of San Diego County is seeking a Child Watch Assistant at Cameron Family YMCA to help supervise children from infancy to pre-teen and assist with program planning. The role emphasizes safe, caring, and structured activities in a child-friendly environment.

Candidates must be at least 16, actively enrolled in high school, and have CPR/AED and First Aid certification within 30 days of hire. A valid work permit is required for school district eligibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 or older.
• Actively enrolled in high school.
• Valid school district Work Permit is required.
• Sincere interest in working with children.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification from ARC/Heart Association/Institute within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate 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 YMCA rules.
• Provide care for children of various ages, including toddlers and preschoolers.
• Communicate with members regarding their child’s experience and concerns.
• Follow emergency procedures to ensure safety of participants and staff.
• Communicate positively with participants, parents, members and co-workers.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the children’s area.
• Assist in planning, supervising and implementing the daily schedule and curriculum.
• Demonstrate a warm, friendly personality with a diverse population.
• Possess strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift children and infants and sit/stand for extended periods.

Skills

Minimum age 16

Interest in working with children

Enrolled in high school

Education

High school work permit requirement

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Work Permit for school district

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.

For information on Y Employee Perks, click on this link:Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Schedule

• Location: Cameron Family YMCA
• Child Watch Assistant role is for minors only (16-17 year olds). If you are 18 or over and interested, please apply for the Child Watch Attendant position
• Weekday morning shifts: 8:15 AM–12:15 PMSaturday: 7:50 AM–12:15 PMYou may be scheduled for a 3-hour shift within that time period.Minimum availability: You must be available at least 3 days per week.

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
• CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 daysofhireand must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute

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 CountyOffice of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $17.75 - USD $20.66 /Hr.