Child Watch Coordinator

YMCA OF GREATER SPARTANBURG•Spartanburg, SC

50d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Delivers a safe, engaging, and values-centered experience for children and families in the Child Watch program, embodying the YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring while prioritizing child safety and parent satisfaction.

Requirements

Minimum 18 years of age.
Prior experience in childcare or early childhood development strongly preferred.
Proven ability to plan and lead age-appropriate activities.
Experience working with diverse populations and building authentic relationships.
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
Clear background check and compliance with all YMCA child-protection policies.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, bend, stoop, and remain on feet for extended periods.
Frequent walking, jogging, kneeling, and active play with children.
Visual and auditory ability to monitor a group of children in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in childcare or early childhood development strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide constant supervision of children, program activities, and the Child Watch space, ensuring safety and adherence to ratios and capacity limits at all times.
Design and implement a rotating curriculum of safe, fun, and age-appropriate activities that promote physical, social, and emotional development.
Build trusting relationships with parents through clear, professional, and proactive communication.
Conduct ongoing observations of each child and maintain accurate participant records (sign-in/out sheets, incident reports, developmental notes).
Keep the Child Watch area clean, organized, and well-maintained; establish and follow a daily sanitizing schedule.
Inspect and report any equipment or facility issues immediately; assist with minor repairs and upkeep.
Train, mentor, and schedule all Child Watch staff, including coverage for regular shifts and Parent’s Night Out events.
Attend and contribute to family nights, staff meetings, training, and special programs as needed.
Change diapers promptly and follow all health and safety protocols.
Wear a YMCA staff shirt and name tag while on duty.