Kid Zone Staff (PART TIME)
About The Position
Imagine going to work each day knowing that what you do truly makes a difference in the lives of children and families in your community. At the Summit Area YMCA, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find the opportunity to create lasting, positive impact. We are seeking responsible, energetic individuals to join our Kid Zone team, supporting our programs at both our Summit and Berkeley Heights branches. Shifts include weekday mornings, weekday evenings, and weekend mornings. We are looking for individuals who are excited to create a safe, engaging environment for children. What is Kid Zone? Kid Zone is our drop-in childcare program that provides members with a safe, nurturing space for their children while they work out or participate in other Y programs—such as group exercise, swimming, or personal training. Children enjoy crafts, games, sports, imaginative play, and more in a fun, supportive setting under the care of our dedicated staff (potentially you!). Kid Zone serves children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. You Might Be the Right Candidate if you: Are engaged, energetic, and enthusiastic Have a knack for balancing safety and fun Genuinely love being around children, making a positive difference in their lives, and helping them grow, thrive, and celebrate their awesome selves Communicate effectively and can make anyone laugh Have availability to work at both the Summit YMCA and Berkeley Heights YMCA Branches.
Requirements
- Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Previous experience working with children preferred
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Responsibilities
- Greet parents and children into the room with a welcoming smile
- Supervise and interact with children in a safe and engaging manner
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities
- Maintain a clean and organized child watch area
- Communicate effectively with parents and staff
Benefits
- free YMCA membership
- discounts on Y family membership
- an 12% contribution to the YMCA retirement plan upon eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
