Childcare Attendant

Schweitzer•Sandpoint, ID

1d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Thanks for your interest in Schweitzer! We’re a community of passionate ski industry pros who work hard and play even harder at Schweitzer. Our team is consistently recognized as some of the friendliest in the biz, and we've worked diligently to craft a culture of inclusivity, respect, and fun! With our master plan as our guide to the future, we're collectively channeling to grow thoughtfully, charting a course of enhancing mountain accessibility and village vibrancy. We look forward to learning more about you and how you can be a part of the Schweitzer difference! The Childcare Attendant is responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children in a childcare or recreational setting. This role involves supervising children, organizing age-appropriate activities, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met, and communicating effectively with parents or guardians. The ideal candidate demonstrates patience, attentiveness, and a genuine interest in child development. Various job duties include Child Attendant, Junior Child Attendant (ages 14-17), Kid’s Night Out Attendant, Reception Desk, Facility Cook and Room Lead.

Requirements

Pediatric CPR and First Aid certified or willing to be certified
Childcare state license with an Enhanced Background Check requiring fingerprinting
English reading, writing, and communication, basic math
Parental skills or 6 months childcare facility experience preferred

Nice To Haves

Some Child Development education preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and monitor children to ensure the safety and well-being of children ages 3 months to 11 years old by maintaining constant supervision during play, meals, and rest periods.
Engage in age-appropriate activities by planning and leading educational and recreational activities that promote physical, emotional, and social development. Entertaining them with books, movies, games and activities. Infant care includes feeding, changing diapers and napping.
Support emotional and social development by encouraging positive interactions among children, help resolve conflicts, and model respectful behavior.
Maintain a clean and safe environment by keeping play areas, toys, and equipment clean and organized, and follow health and safety protocols.
Responsible for serving meals/snacks in accordance to safe food handling procedures.
Communicate with parents or guardians by providing updates on children's behavior, activities, and any incidents, maintaining a professional and friendly rapport.
May assist with outdoor pre-ski program and dressing/undressing children with lessons during winter season.
It is expected attendants will abide by all State Childcare Facility requirements including, but not limited to, child to staff ratios, cleanliness, and care.
Clean facility
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees
Additional free skiing + riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents
Discounted skiing + riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts
Employee housing available in Sandpoint area
Onsite employee childcare available (limited space)
Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge
Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, food, lodging, etc.
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for all eligible employees
401k plan with generous employer match
Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
Discounts available for equipment rentals (based on availability), retail, food, lodging, and more
Pro-deal pricing on equipment from top outdoor brands
Bereavement pay
Employee transportation available
Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further education