Kids Club Staff - Soul Center YMCA

Ymca Of The North Shore; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Paid training

Advancement opportunities

12% retirement contribution

Sick time accrual

Job summary

YMCA of the North Shore in Beverly, MA is seeking an entry-level Kids’ Club Staff member for part-time work. You will supervise children, lead age-appropriate activities, and ensure a safe, welcoming space for families using the Y’s facilities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, creativity, and empathy, with shifts mornings 8am–12pm and afternoons 4pm–7pm. Benefits include free YMCA membership, paid training, retirement fund, and sick time.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising children in play or structured settings.
• Understanding of child development from infancy through elementary school.
• Strong communication skills and ability to provide positive redirection.
• Creativity to engage children in age-appropriate activities.
• Empathy and compassion, ensuring all children feel supported.

Responsibilities

• Engage children in play-based and curriculum-based activities.
• Create a caring, safe space in the Kids' Club drop-in area.
• Greet members and guests by name and make them feel welcome.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and staff.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication

Creativity

Empathy

Job description

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: Soul Center YMCA - Beverly, MA 01915 Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly Job Shift: Varied Join Our Kids' Club Team!

Are you looking to gain hands-on experience in childcare while making a positive impact in your community? Do you enjoy engaging with children in a fun and supportive environment? If so, we invite you to join our Kids’ Club team at the YMCA!

About the Role

As a Kids’ Club Staff Member, you will create a caring and safe space for our youngest participants in the Kids' Club drop-in babysitting room. Your role is to engage children in play-based and curriculum-based activities, ensuring they have a fun and enriching experience while their parents utilize the Y’s facilities. You'll also foster positive relationships with members, guests, and children, greeting them by name and making them feel welcome each time they visit.

What You’ll Bring

• 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.

Why Work at the Y?

We offer a supportive work environment with competitive pay and benefits, including:

• Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Advancement and growth potential within our seven YMCA locations.
• Retirement fund with a 12% company contribution (once vested, no match required).
• Sick time accrual for added flexibility.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Mornings from 8m to 12pm and afternoons from 4pm to 7pm
• Previous experience working with children or youth is preferred

Schedule Available: Weekdays and Saturdays

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 40 lbs
• Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected situations, both physically and mentally

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.