Childcare Attendant

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan 403(b)

Training opportunities

Inclusive culture

Program discounts

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago in Naperville is seeking a Childcare Attendant to support children from 6 weeks to 12 years, ensuring a safe, engaging environment and positive interactions with parents.

Pay is $17.05 per hour with opportunities to grow within the organization. You will implement daily activities, supervise play areas, organize materials, and help maintain proper safety ratios.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience working with children.
• Bilingual English/Spanish highly preferred.
• Commitment to, and passion for, the YMCA mission.

Responsibilities

• Implement the daily program with developmentally appropriate activities.
• Supervise and lead the activity areas.
• Assist in planning and preparing the activities.
• Organize and set up needed materials and supplies.
• Sanitize toys and play equipment.
• Maintain a safe play environment.
• Support the YMCA mission and center operations as needed.
• Ensure proper child-to-staff ratios.

Skills

Experience with children

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Pay is $17.05 per hour with opportunities to grow within the organization

Childcare Attendants are responsible for the wellbeing of children ages 6 week to 12 years within their care and maintaining a safe and fun environment. You will actively interact and engage with parents, monitor children throughout their care and supervision, and adhere to the standards and values of the YMCA.

Pay is $17.05 per hour with opportunities to grow within the organization

Benefits

Our staff is the Y's greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including:

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

Scope Of Responsibilities

• Implementation of the daily program, which will include activities that are developmentally appropriate, performed in collaboration with peers to compliment supervision of children
• Supervise and lead the activity areas
• Assist in planning and preparing the activities
• Organize and set up needed materials and supplies
• Sanitize toys and play equipment
• Maintain a safe play environment
• Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed
• Ensure the proper ratios are maintained

Minimum Requirements

• Must have prior experience working with children.
• Passion for and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and vision
• Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s mission
• Demonstrates evidence of YMCA team competencies in previous experience or practice.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish highly preferred.
• Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

Child Abuse Prevention

Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisorCompleting all child abuse prevention training as required