Childcare Attendant-Fitness Center Daycare (Part-Time)
THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER COLUMBUS•Columbus, OH
•$13 - $15•Onsite
About The Position
We’re hiring a Childcare Attendant to provide safe, nurturing care for infants through grade-school-aged children in our Fitness Center daycare at the JCC. This role goes beyond casual babysitting. You’ll help create a daycare-style environment where children feel comfortable, engaged, and supported while their parents/guardians use the facility.
Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED
- Experience working with infants through grade school aged children.
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification preferred
- must enjoy children
- must be responsible and dependable with strong communication and organizational skills
- able to lift 30 pounds on a routine basis
- Able to participate in outdoor and indoor activities.
Nice To Haves
- Customer Service experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain active supervision of children at all times, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and required staff-to-child ratios
- Monitor children for signs of illness, injury, or unsafe behavior and respond appropriately
- Change diapers in accordance with sanitation procedures and ODJFS licensing requirements, including proper handwashing and disinfecting of surfaces
- Clean and sanitize all toys, equipment, and surfaces at the end of each shift in accordance with established health and sanitation standards
- Communicate professionally with parents/guardians regarding their child’s activities, behavior, and any incidents or concerns
- Follow all applicable ODJFS licensing requirements and Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) standards in daily operations
- Lead age-appropriate activities (play, reading, simple crafts) to actively engage children
- Ensure children remain within designated childcare area and follow check-in/check-out procedures
- Respond appropriately to accidents, injuries, or behavioral issues and document incidents per protocol
- Enforce childcare policies (time limits, illness policies, behavior expectations)
- Verify parent/guardian identity during drop-off and pick-up
- Maintain accurate child attendance records during each shift
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support childcare and fitness center operation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
