Child Watch Associate (7359)

The St. James; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The St. James in Springfield, VA is seeking a Part Time Child Watch Associate to manage the child watch center and supervise staff. This role involves engaging children with developmentally appropriate activities, coordinating program schedules, and communicating with parents to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Weekday and weekend hours are required, with a focus on creating a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment aligned with The St. James values.

Qualifications

• One year of lead employment in a childcare setting.
• Knowledge of school-age child development and related activities.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate activities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, and provides administrative support for the child watch program and supervises staff.
• Promotes a positive, safe environment aligned with The St. James values.
• Connects with members, parents, and participants; answers questions and concerns.
• Oversees programming and ensures children enjoy their experience.
• Trains and provides ongoing feedback to child watch staff and program staff.
• Assists with staffing vacancies and adheres to safety policies.

Skills

Childcare leadership

School-age development

Program planning

Communication skills

Patience

Team collaboration

Job description

Child Watch Associate (7359)# Child Watch Associate (7359)Springfield Flagship - Springfield, VA 22151## OverviewPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftAny## Description**Position: Child Watch Associate****Location: Springfield, VA****ABOUT US:**The St. James is a premier sports, wellness, and entertainment brand, empowering people of all ages to reach their peak potential. Our 450,000-square-foot flagship complex in Springfield, VA, offers a unique combination of world-class sports venues, elite training spaces, recovery amenities, and athletic and wellness programs. We also operate Performance Club locations in Springfield, VA, and Bethesda, MD, providing signature group classes, customized performance training, recovery, and high-performance programming in convenient club settings. From comprehensive training to family-friendly fun, lifestyle events, and sporting experiences, The St. James is your destination to discover your best self.**OUR PEOPLE & CULTURE:****At The St. James, we are in the business of human development.** Our success in delivering exceptional guest experiences—experiences that engage, inspire, and delight—depends on our ability to recruit, retain, and cultivate team members who embody the true spirit of hospitality. We seek individuals who are committed to personal and organizational excellence, who are proactive and action-oriented, and who thrive in a collaborative team environment. If you have a passion for service and a dedication to continuous growth, we want you to be part of our team.**JOB DESCRIPTION:**The Child Watch Associate will be responsible for the development and management of the child Watch Center within the premium health club at The St. James. The Child Watch Supervisor will work directly for the Manager of the Child Watch Center at The St. James. **Weekdays: 9am-8pm, Weekends: 7am-4pm****RESPONSIBILITIES*** Develops, coordinates, and provides administrative support for the child watch program at The St. James as well as supervises the child watch staff and their functions to ensure quality programs.* Promote a positive environment that fosters fun, safety and The St. James values.* Connect with members, parents, and participants. Provide first contact for email and phone calls.* Answer parents’ questions and/or concerns about the child watch service* Oversee the child watch programming. Engage the children and ensure they are enjoying their experience.* Orient, train, evaluate and provide ongoing feedback to all child watch staff and program staff involved with child watch.* Assist in the identification of developmental needs and corrective action plans.* Assist with filling staff vacancies in accordance with established Team & Talent policies.* Follow all safety policies of The St. James and contribute to a work environment that is clean, safe and filled with positive energy for all children, athletes, coaches and families.* Support the safety of all members, guests and employees.**QUALIFICATIONS*** One year of lead employment in childcare setting.* Knowledge of school-age child development and experience.* Knowledge of a variety of age-appropriate activities for children.* The ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.* A love for working with children. Sensitivity to the needs of families including adults and children.* Must be patient, enthusiastic and relate well with parents and children* Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced work environment* Excellent written and oral communication skills* Background check and drug screen required* Knowledgeable of safety training, procedures and best practices used throughout the sports and wellness industry.**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**For more information, please visit our website: www.thestjames.comThe St. James is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.