FN Childcare Coordinator

Gurnee Park District•Gurnee, IL

4d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The FN Childcare Coordinator is a part-time, hourly position at FitNation in Gurnee, Illinois. Under the direction and supervision of the Member Services Supervisor, the coordinator schedules staff, orders supplies, and coordinates administrative and operational duties for the Childcare area. The coordinator also works as an active Childcare Staff Member and performs the functions of that position while on duty. The role includes supporting recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training; maintaining participant records, forms, attendance, and usage records; and coordinating staff meetings and training. The coordinator helps ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios, follows District policies and customer service standards, and implements applicable safety and health procedures. Additional hours may be obtained or required for staffing, meetings, or special events.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of fitness center childcare experience and thorough knowledge of fitness childcare operations, policies, and procedures.
Must be at least 21 years old and a high school graduate.
Excellent interpersonal skills with internal and external customers, including the ability to relate effectively to young children and their parents and communicate effectively with adult team members.
Ability to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and anticipate and address the needs and issues of Childcare Staff, participants, and parents.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to grasp, analyze, and implement ideas and concepts.
Ability to navigate the RecTrac registration system or learn it quickly.
Ability to prepare, scan, print, and distribute reports, documents, and correspondence using Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Publisher.
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or ability to obtain certification within four weeks; training is provided.
Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform hand and arm movements for cleaning; read handwritten information and write legibly; and lift, twist, bend, squat, and stand for long periods while leading programs.

Nice To Haves

College education preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all functions of the Childcare Staff position while on duty.
Assist the Member Services Supervisor with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training staff using the District applicant tracking software, Paycom.
Schedule staff to maintain ratios and meet usage demands.
Develop and maintain successful working relationships with staff, participants, and parents.
Maintain participant records, update applicable forms, and keep attendance and usage records.
Order and maintain supplies as needed.
Attend, assist with, or lead staff meetings and trainings.
Follow Gurnee Park District policies and procedures, customer service standards, and applicable safety and health procedures.
Maintain a safe work area and safe conditions for children; know emergency procedures and ensure appropriate sign-in and sign-out procedures.
Ensure participants are signed in and have an information form on file.
Organize and conduct interactive activities, encouraging children to participate in play and meet their needs through activities.
Work cooperatively with other staff, serve as a role model for young children, and provide friendly customer service to participants and parents.
Report problems to the Supervisor and communicate information to staff and patrons as needed.
Arrive on time, dress appropriately, maintain an approachable appearance, attend staff meetings and trainings, and follow the employee manual and procedures.
Substitute as Childcare Staff as needed and perform other duties as assigned.