Part-Time Youth Services Associate — Childcare

The Jewish Community Center; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center in Chesterfield, MO is hiring for a part-time childcare position. You will welcome children and families, lead age-appropriate activities, and ensure a safe, clean environment following center procedures.

The role requires prior childcare experience and strong communication skills, with CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Must be able to work some weekends/holidays and lift up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous childcare experience is essential.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Able to assist in emergency situations as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be available to work some weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to perform all duties of the job including bending, squatting, sitting on the floor, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Welcome all children and families.
• Provide outstanding care while following area-specific procedures which may include changing and disposing of diapers, leading age-appropriate activities, and relaying any pertinent information to families about their children.
• Engage in the planning, preparation, and execution of games, activities, and schedules for all age groups.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all children, following area-specific procedures which may include disinfecting toys, putting equipment back in age-specific areas, alerting the manager about broken equipment, and logging cleaning supplies.
• Observe children's behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures; apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Attend all required training and meetings.
• Comply with safety and emergency procedures.
• Maintain good attendance and have reliable transportation.
• Follow all J rules, regulations, and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Weekend availability

Childcare experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

The Jewish Community Center in Chesterfield, MO is hiring for a part-time childcare position. You will welcome children and families, lead age-appropriate activities, and ensure a safe, clean environment following center procedures.

The role requires prior childcare experience and strong communication skills, with CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Must be able to work some weekends/holidays and lift up to 30 pounds.