Child Watch Shift Lead

The St. James•Springfield, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laugh, Learn, and Play Child Watch Shift Lead helps provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where children can learn, socialize, and explore through age-appropriate activities while their parents use the facility. The role supports the Child Watch Manager and takes the lead when the manager is absent. It includes oversight of child watch programming and staff, communicating with families and team members, and maintaining a clean, safe, welcoming space.

Requirements

One year of lead employment in a childcare setting.
Knowledge of school-age child development and experience working with school-age children.
Knowledge of a variety of age-appropriate activities for children.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities.
Love for working with children.
Sensitivity to the needs of families, including adults and children.
Patience, enthusiasm, and ability to relate well with parents and children.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced work environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Background check and drug screen required.
Knowledge of safety training, procedures, and best practices used throughout the sports and wellness industry.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and provide administrative support for the child watch program.
Supervise child watch staff and their functions to ensure quality programs.
Promote a positive environment that fosters fun, safety, and The St. James values.
Connect with members, parents, and participants.
Serve as the first contact for email and phone calls and answer parents’ questions or concerns about the child watch service.
Oversee child watch programming and engage children to ensure they are enjoying their experience.
Orient, train, evaluate, and provide ongoing feedback to child watch staff and program staff involved with child watch.
Assist in identifying developmental needs and developing corrective action plans.
Assist with filling staff vacancies in accordance with established Team & Talent policies.
Follow The St. James safety policies and contribute to a clean, safe, positive work environment for children, athletes, coaches, and families.
Support the safety of all members, guests, and employees.