Kids’ Club Play & Learning Leader

YMCA of the North Shore; North Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Employee discounts

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

Retirement fund 12% contribution after

Job summary

YMCA is seeking a Kids’ Club Staff Member to create a caring, safe space for our youngest participants in the Kids' Club drop-in room. You will lead play-based and curriculum-driven activities, ensuring children have a fun, enriching experience while parents use the Y’s facilities.

You’ll greet members, guests, and children by name, build positive relationships, and provide gentle redirection as needed. Must be at least 16 years old with morning shifts 8am–12pm and afternoon shifts 4pm–7pm on

Qualifications

• Experience supervising children in play or structured settings.
• An understanding of child development from infancy through elementary school.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to provide positive redirection when needed.
• Creativity to engage children in age-appropriate activities that capture their interest.
• Empathy and compassion, ensuring all children feel supported and included.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in play-based and curriculum-based activities to create a fun, enriching experience.
• greet members, guests, and children by name and foster positive relationships in the facility.
• Supervise children in the Kids' Club drop-in babysitting room, ensuring safety and inclusion.

Skills

Child supervision

Child development understanding

Communication skills

Creativity

Empathy

Job description

YMCA is seeking a Kids’ Club Staff Member to create a caring, safe space for our youngest participants in the Kids' Club drop-in room. You will lead play-based and curriculum-driven activities, ensuring children have a fun, enriching experience while parents use the Y’s facilities.

You’ll greet members, guests, and children by name, build positive relationships, and provide gentle redirection as needed. Must be at least 16 years old with morning shifts 8am–12pm and afternoon shifts 4pm–7pm on