Kidszone Guide

Crossroads YMCA; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

The Crossroads YMCA in Crown Point, IN is seeking a Kids Zone Guide I to provide direct supervision and care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years in a safe, engaging environment. The role emphasizes nurturing play, routine activities, and strong service to families.

The position is part-time, requires flexible evenings and weekends, and applicants must be at least 15 years old with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a passion for working with young children.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to relate to diverse groups of people from all backgrounds.
• Must have a passion for working with young children.

Responsibilities

• Nurtures children through purposeful play and builds relationships with families.
• Implements curriculum and activity plans within guidelines.
• Supervises activities for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old.
• Makes ongoing observations and evaluations of each child.
• Maintains positive communication with parents and keeps records up to date.
• Adapts quickly to unexpected circumstances to meet member needs.
• Bottle feed and diaper change of infants/toddlers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Passion for working with children

Ability to relate to diverse groups

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Dean & Barbara White Southlake YMCA - Crown Point, IN, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Pay starts at $10.00 and up per hour based on experience.

Are you ready to make a profound difference in the lives of children and their families? The Y, a leading nonprofit dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, is seeking passionate individuals with flexible availability to join our team as Kids Zone Guide I. In this role, you’ll provide nurturing care and create a fun, safe environment where kids can thrive, making every day a rewarding experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. As a KidsZone Guide I you provide direct supervision and care of children in KidsZone areas. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on exceptional service and care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Nurtures children through purposeful play to provide care and belonging while developing relationships with members and their children.
• Implements curriculum and activity plans within the established guidelines.
• Supervises and participates in activities with all children ranging from ages as young as 6 weeks up to 12 years old.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
• Maintains required program records and equipment needs.
• Improvises quickly and appropriately when faced with unexpected circumstances, to better meet the needs of members and their children.
• Bottle feed and diaper change of infants/toddlers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age 15required.
• Must be flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Must have a passion for working with young children.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively.
• Must have a high level of alertness, concentration, and initiative.
• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; occasionally stoop/bend.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times.
• Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Must demonstrate initiative and sound judgment.