Child Watch Attendant — Part-Time with Free Membership

Valparaiso Family YMCA; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Y membership

Discounted family membership

Child Watch hours available free of ch

Job summary

Valparaiso Family YMCA in Valparaiso, IN is seeking a part-time Child Watch staff member to support our childcare team and ensure the safety and engagement of children while families enjoy the Y.

The role offers daytime hours 3pm–7pm, up to 29 hours/week, with at least one Saturday per month; starting pay $11/hour weekdays and $12/hour Saturdays.

You will maintain sign-in procedures, supervise activities, and help with basic care and cleanliness, contributing to a welcoming member experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16
• Equivalent of 2 years’ high school education required.
• Previous childcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of children; maintain confidentiality.
• Perform opening and/or closing procedures as required.
• Follow parent/guardian sign in and sign out procedures; document attendance.
• Interact with children in positive, fun and learning activities; comfort upset children.
• Check diapers hourly and change when necessary.
• Feed children in accordance with parent/guardian instructions.
• Clean toys, chairs, shelves, wash dishes, fold laundry, clean bathrooms and empty trash as needed.

Skills

Childcare

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Valparaiso Family YMCA in Valparaiso, IN is seeking a part-time Child Watch staff member to support our childcare team and ensure the safety and engagement of children while families enjoy the Y.

The role offers daytime hours 3pm–7pm, up to 29 hours/week, with at least one Saturday per month; starting pay $11/hour weekdays and $12/hour Saturdays.

You will maintain sign-in procedures, supervise activities, and help with basic care and cleanliness, contributing to a welcoming member experience.