Kids Zone Guide I: Youth Care & Play Leader

Crossroads YMCA; Griffith (IN); On-site; USD 11,365 - 16,186; Part time

Job summary

Crossroads YMCA in Griffith, IN is seeking a Kids Zone Guide I to provide nurturing care for children from infancy to 12 years in a welcoming, safe environment where kids can thrive and families feel supported. This part-time role requires morning availability, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.

This position supervises activities, implements age-appropriate plans, documents observations, and maintains open communication with parents to ensure a high-quality member experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 15 required.
• Must be flexible to work mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups and caregivers.
• Passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Nurtures children through purposeful play and builds belonging.
• Implements curriculum and activity plans.
• Supervises children from 6 weeks to 12 years.
• Keeps ongoing observations and evaluations.
• Maintains communication with parents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Bottle feed and diaper change of infants/toddlers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Crossroads YMCA in Griffith, IN is seeking a Kids Zone Guide I to provide nurturing care for children from infancy to 12 years in a welcoming, safe environment where kids can thrive and families feel supported. This part-time role requires morning availability, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.

This position supervises activities, implements age-appropriate plans, documents observations, and maintains open communication with parents to ensure a high-quality member experience.