Babysitter - weekend shift (part-time)

JCC Greater Boston • Newton Centre, MA

2d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for an experienced and engaging babysitter who is open to a flexible schedule—hours may shift from week to week depending on our program needs. Under the direction of the AD of Family Programming, the Babysitter (Lead babysitter) will provide childcare for children ages (3 months-11 years) while keeping them safe and engaged. Babysitters will staff JCare Babysitting which is a drop-off childcare program. Babysitters endeavor to create a safe, nurturing, and playful environment for children ranging from infants to school aged children. The babysitting shifts will take place primarily on weekend mornings with some occasional opportunities to work weekday morning shifts. JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Is flexible, mature and responsible
• Has prior experience working with young children, ages 3 months to 11 years, (e.g. babysitting, camp counselor, etc.) ideal.
• Is positive/upbeat and brings energy to working with babies, toddlers, and young children.
• Is committed to ensuring children’s safety and upholding JCC values.
• Be CPR/AED and first aid certified or willing to be trained.
• Exceptional interpersonal and active listening skills
• Professional and clear communicator
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically
• Ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances
• A quick and eager learner who takes initiative
• Works well independently and with others, building/sustaining collaborative working relationships.
• Adaptable to changing situations.
• Patient and caring.
• Ability to log hours on Paylocity online system.
• Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc.
• Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children by overseeing daily check-in procedures, facilitating age-appropriate activities, and supporting positive social interactions—while maintaining safety protocols and attentive supervision
• Welcome children and caregivers as they arrive, make note of any unique needs for the children (ex. Allergies, medications etc.)
• Oversee check in process with families including online reservation management.
• Ensure children’s safety and adherence to rules (e.g. no climbing on furniture).
• Create a dynamic, fun play space – engaging children in activities and directing them towards available toys and programs.
• Facilitate arts & crafts activities for older classroom, as needed.
• Facilitate children’s interactions by introducing newcomers and supporting cooperative play.
• Assist with supervision and/or redirection of children.
• Implement educational activities, games, and creative play.
• Monitor children during indoor play.
• Ensure a safe, supportive, and organized environment by professionally communicating concerns or needs with caregivers, staff and management as appropriate, as well as adhering to safety protocols and facility and licensing standards
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom, including sanitizing toys and surfaces.
• Communicate with caregivers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ensure that caregivers have prepped children before dropping them off (changing diapers, feedings, clean clothing).
• Observe and report any behavioral or health concerns to manager.
• Follow all safety and health regulations as outlined by the facility and licensing authorities.
• Be familiar with emergency protocols.
• Escalate any safety concerns with appropriate parties.
• Actively create a welcoming dynamic environment where each individual feels seen and welcomed.
• Actively participate as an essential member of the FEJL team.
• Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration and transformation, including through personal role modeling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Offering great perks, a supportive vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
• Mass Sick time
• Each employee is eligible for a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more!
• Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
• Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,
• Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
• Free wellness events!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees