Kids Zone Representative

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina; Yadkinville (NC); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina is seeking a Part-Time Kids Zone Representative to supervise activities for children 6 weeks to 11 years old at the Yadkin Family YMCA in Yadkinville, NC. The role requires a friendly, safety-minded individual who can engage children in play and learning while upholding the YMCA Christian mission.

Responsibilities include leading age-appropriate activities, maintaining health and safety standards, and providing excellent customer service to families.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16; HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience with children or in related field preferred.
• Ability to work well with children of various ages and abilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational, age-appropriate and Christian-valued activities for children ages 6 weeks-11 years.
• Maintain health, safety and cleanliness standards of Kids Zone.
• Provide superior customer service to members and their children.
• Implement assigned programming.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Provide care and supervision of children with emphasis on safety and wellness.
• Communicate with staff in a positive manner.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Must be at least 16 years old

Tools

ASHI CPR certification within 30 days

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Yadkin Family YMCA - Yadkinville, NC 27055

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $10.00 - $10.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Variable

Under the direction of the Kids Zone Sr. Director and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA, a Y Kids Zone Rep is responsible for supervising and leading activities to engage children in play and learning, while ensuring standards of health and safety are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational, age-appropriate and Christian-valued activities for children ages 6 weeks-11 years
• Maintain health, safety and cleanliness standards of Kids Zone
• Provide superior customer service to members and their children
• Implement assigned programming
• Maintain accurate records relating to attendance
• Provide care and supervision of children in Kids Zone with emphasis on overall safety and wellness
• Communicate appropriately with other staff members in a positive manner
• Attend staff meetings and complete all required trainings
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior experience working with children or in a related field preferred
• Ability to work well with children of various ages and abilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule
• Capable of working as a team player
• Ability to maintain safe environment
• Obtain ASHI (CPR) certification within 30 days of employment (training is provided)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight
• Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time
• Requires bending, pulling, crouching, leaning, kneeling, and walking, pushing, climbing, and jumping
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff and parents
• Visual and auditory ability to supervise and respond to critical situations with children

Performance may be measured by:

• The safety of all children in the assigned area
• The feedback from participants, parents, and Y leadership
• The pleasant environment and smooth operation of the Kids Zone program