Childcare Attendant
About The Position
The MJCC is open to everyone of all backgrounds! We provide a fun, team work environment and the chance to get to know and assist a diverse range of staff and members. Free membership and program discounts are included for every employee and we encourage all our staff to enjoy our comprehensive facilities and programming. Our facilities include a full-size gymnasium with basketball courts and a rock climbing wall, a fully-equipped fitness center, racquetball courts, and an indoor sportsplex that boasts a soccer field and robust soccer leagues, an indoor playground, and a gymnastics area. JOB SUMMARY: The Childcare + Club J Attendant provides direct care and supervision to children, six months to five years of age, at our drop-in childcare center. The Childcare + Club J Attendant may also help out transporting children to and from recreational sports classes, or act as a camp counselor during Vacation Day Camps (if interested and available).
Requirements
- American Red Cross certifications in First Aid and CPR/AED
- Education sufficient to read, write and perform the duties of the position
- Responsible experience providing care and supervision to children.
- Knowledge of childcare practices and techniques.
- Knowledge of MJCC emergency procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children at their individual developmental levels
- Ability to supervise and manage groups of varying sizes
- Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions
- Ability to meet and deal courteously and effectively with other employees, parents, and the public
- Ability to remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high-pressure situations that may arise
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to use good judgment and make decisions within scope of position
- Ability to be punctual and work a flexible schedule as needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and supervision of children to ensure a safe, secure environment.
- Monitor children’s play and execute a variety of youth activities.
- Respond to behavioral issues as they arise and model appropriate problem solving behavior.
- Implement discipline and safety measures as necessary.
- Report issues and incidents to parents and supervisor.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Provide general information about MJCC programs and operations.
- Answer questions and address concerns within scope of authority.
- Keep Manager informed of daycare needs, questions, and issues.
- Enforce daycare center policies within scope of authority.
Benefits
- Free membership and program discounts are included for every employee and we encourage all our staff to enjoy our comprehensive facilities and programming.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
