Kid Zone Attendant

Ymcachicago; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and paid holidays

403(b) plan with company contributions

Continuous learning opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Ymcachicago in Crystal Lake is looking for Kid Zone Attendants responsible for the wellbeing of children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. You will engage with parents and ensure a safe, fun environment while upholding YMCA standards.

The position offers a pay rate of $17.05 per hour and numerous employee benefits such as health insurance, generous PTO, and learning opportunities. Candidates should be passionate about the YMCA’s mission and have experience working with children.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children required.
• Commitment to the YMCA’s mission and vision.
• Physical qualifications as outlined in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily programs including developmentally appropriate activities.
• Supervise and lead activity areas.
• Ensure proper ratios are maintained.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to build rapport with diverse families

Bilingual in English/Spanish

Job description

Kid Zone 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

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
• Support the YMCA’s mission and center operations as needed
• Ensure the proper ratios are maintained
• 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

• 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 supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.