Kids Play Team Member (East Communities)

Austin YMCA; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free household YMCA membership

Retirement planning options

Learning and development workshops

Cell phone plan discounts

Discounts on programs and services

Job summary

The Greater Austin YMCA is hiring a Kids Play Team Member (East Communities) in Austin, TX. You will create a safe, engaging space for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, leading age-appropriate activities that nurture social, physical, spiritual, and cognitive development.

Shifts run 7:45 AM to 12:15 PM, Monday through Saturday, with at least three days availability. Join a mission-driven team focused on belonging, safety, and YMCA values.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years.
• Preferred bilingual Spanish/English, not required.
• Experience in childcare is advantageous.
• Care for children aged 8 weeks to 12 years.
• Current safety certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, hands-on activities for children of all ages.
• Foster teamwork and cooperation through group games.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment that supports emotional and physical development.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Interact with children, often on the floor, to engage and support development.
• Maintain constant supervision and safety of all children.

Skills

Growth Mindset

Team Player

Effective Communication

Customer Focused

Fosters Belonging

Education

First Aid Certification

CPR/AED Certification

Emergency Oxygen Certification

Job description

Kids Play Team Member (East Communities)

#26-0404

Austin, Texas, United States

Job Description

Why Your Role Matters

As a Kids Play Team Member, you'll create a safe, welcoming, and engaging space for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. You'll lead fun, age-appropriate activities and support a curriculum designed to nurture each child's social, physical, spiritual, and cognitive development. You'll meet every child where they are--whether that means getting on the floor to play, encouraging independence, or comforting little ones who need extra care. Your mission is to foster an uplifting environment where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.

We're looking for team members who can work 7:45 AM to 12:15 PM shifts, Monday through Saturday. At least 3 days of availability each week is required.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Lead engaging, hands-on activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and self-expression for children of all ages.
• Foster teamwork and cooperation through group games and collaborative projects.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment where every child feels supported emotionally, socially, and physically.
• Build positive relationships with children and families by greeting them warmly, using names, communicating openly, and encouraging family involvement.
• Interact with children at their level--often by getting on the floor--to play, connect, and support healthy development.
• Ensure constant supervision, protect the health and safety of all children, and attend to basic hygiene needs.
• Maintain clean, organized childcare spaces throughout your shift.
• Keep parents informed about their child's day, activities, and experiences.
• Attend all required staff meetings and follow program safety standards and procedures.
• Promote and model the YMCA's mission, values, wellness philosophy, and community impact.
• Serve as an ambassador of the Y's culture by sharing our story and embodying our purpose in every interaction.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Y

• Minimum age requirement of 16 years.
• Preferred bilingual proficiency in Spanish/English (not required ).
• Previous experience in a childcare setting is advantageous .
• Experience in caring for children aged 8 weeks (about 2 months) to 12 years.
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR/AED, and Emergency Oxygen are preferred.
• Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Growth Mindset: Learn and improve to better serve members and the mission.
• Team Player: Work collaboratively with others and support a positive team environment.
• Communicates Effectively: Listen actively and communicate clearly with members and peers.
• Customer Focused: Anticipates needs and ensures quality, member-centered service.
• Fosters Belonging: Ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and included.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

About Us

The Greater Austin YMCA is a dynamic force elevating quality of life in Greater Austin by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families and seniors in our rapidly growing community. For nearly 75 years, the Greater Austin YMCA has evolved to address each community's greatest needs, touching every phase of life and nurturing happier, healthier people, a stronger community and a better world.

We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality programs that keep our community strong. As a proud 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we provide financial assistance to expand access so community members can learn, grow, and thrive through our early learning academies, fitness and wellness centers, youth programs, workforce development, adult programming, mental health counseling, and more.

Each year, the Y serves nearly 140,000 people across Travis and Hays counties through seven fitness and wellness centers, more than 55 licensed campuses in four school districts, two YMCA Tomorrow Academy™ locations, and Camp Moody, our outdoor Adventure camp.

Globally, the YMCA is one of the oldest and largest youth-serving organizations in the world, united by our commitmentto a better future -- for all.

Additional Information:

The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

The Greater Austin YMCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Greater Austin YMCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We Take Care of Our People

• Benefit from a free household YMCA membership, enriching both your life and the lives of others.
• Access retirement planning options to secure your future.
• Enhance your skills through participation in learning and development workshops.
• Exclusive cell phone plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users.
• Discounts on programs and services to make your YMCA experience even more rewarding.

Pay Range

$15 - $16 per hour, DOE

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