Child Watch/KidZone Leader
La Crosse Area Family YMCA•La Crosse, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
Care for children from birth to age seven in a trusted drop-in program. The role promotes the organization’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility through a hands-on learning environment and age-appropriate play and activities that support children’s early language and motor skills. The leader also builds relationships with families and the staff team. Available shifts at Houser in Onalaska and Dahl in La Crosse are Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., starting in December.
Requirements
- Genuine interest in and appreciation for young children.
- At least one year of experience working with children from infancy to age 11.
- Ability to perform first-aid functions when necessary according to infant and child procedures.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from participants, members, staff, administration, or the general public.
- Availability in December and January.
Responsibilities
- Promote youth development through a hands-on learning environment.
- Provide opportunities for children to develop early language and motor skills through age-appropriate play and activities.
- Build relationships with families and the staff team.
- Perform first-aid functions when necessary according to infant and child procedures.
Benefits
- Free adult Y membership and a discount on family membership.
- 50% discount on Y programs.
- 403(b) retirement account.
- 12% retirement contribution after two years and 1,000 hours per year.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
