Child Watch Attendant - Boulder

Ymcanoco; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Family Membership

Program discounts

Retirement benefits 12%

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Taxable childcare benefits

Job summary

The YMCA of Northern Colorado is hiring part-time Child Watch Attendants in Boulder, CO. You’ll supervise children ages 6 weeks to 10 years, ensuring safety while facilitating activities and crafts in a fun environment.

Hours vary seasonally with summer shifts and a +10% bilingual differential for Spanish/English staff. Prior childcare experience and CPR/First Aid certification are preferred and training is available.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Dependable, self-motivated and committed to being a positive role model for youth.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Current ARC/YMCA First Aid, CPR and Blood Borne Pathogens within 30 days of being hired.

Responsibilities

• Closely supervise all children to maintain a safe environment.
• Know the staff-to-child ratio and number of children in the room at all times.
• Keep the facility clean and safe as described in the Child Watch Expectations.
• Implement activities suitable for children.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with parents, peers, and supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication

Reliability

Education

ARC/YMCA First Aid and CPR certification

Tools

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

# Child Watch Attendant - BoulderBoulder YMCA - Boulder, CO 80301## OverviewSalary Range$16.82 - $16.82 HourlyPosition TypePart TimeCategoryNonprofit - Social Services## OverviewThe YMCA of Northern Colorado is looking for Child Watch Attendants. Child Watch is a program located in our YMCA branches that provide members with childcare while they work out, take classes or swim. The children play inside and outside, do craft projects, enjoy games and sports, and more. Child Watch is available to children ages 6 weeks to 10 years of age. Are you a responsible and reliable role model for littles? You might be the right candidate if... You are engaged, energetic, and enthusiastic. You have a knack for balancing safety and fun. You genuinely love being around children, making a positive difference in their lives, and helping them grow, thrive, and celebrate their awesome selves. Summer Child Watch staffing hours are Mondays through Thursday evening 3:50 pm - 7:15 pm, Saturdays from 7:50 am - 12:45 pm, and Sundays from 8:50 am - 12:45 pm. The salary range starts at $16.82 per hour based on experience. This position is part-time, year-round opportunities. We offer a +10% differential for bilingual staff (Spanish and English). **Responsibilities:*** Closely supervises all children attending Child Watch in order to maintain a safe environment.* Know how many children are in the room at all times and what the staff-to-child ratio is.* Perform all duties related to keeping the facility clean and safe as described in the Child Watch Expectations.* Implement activities suitable for children.* Communicate clearly and regularly with parents, peers, and supervisor.* Other duties as assigned.**Benefits:*** (10+ hours/week) Free Family Membership* (10+ hours/week) Program discounts* Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met* Employee Assistance Program* Paid Sick Time*Childcare benefits of more than $5000 are considered taxable income and will be processed accordingly.**Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.*## Qualifications* Must be at least 16 years of age.* Dependable, self-motivated and committed to being a positive role model for youth.* Experience working with children and an understanding of childhood development is preferred.* Ability to occasionally serve as a substitute if needed.* Current ARC/YMCA First Aid, CPR and Blood Borne Pathogens within 30 days of being hired. We can provide this training.