Kids Club Staff - Ipswich YMCA
About The Position
As a Kids’ Club Staff Member, you’ll help create a safe, caring, and playful space for our youngest Y participants in our drop-in babysitting room. While parents use the Y’s facilities, you’ll engage children through age-appropriate activities, play-based learning, and positive interactions that help them feel welcome and supported. You’ll also foster strong relationships with parents and families by creating a warm and friendly environment. This role is ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience in early childhood care, older adults or retirees who love working with kids and are looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity, or anyone looking to make a difference in their community in a fun and uplifting setting.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Experience supervising children in play or structured settings
- A warm and welcoming demeanor
- An understanding of child development and the needs of infants through elementary-aged children
- Creativity and energy to engage kids in fun, safe, and meaningful ways
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to support positive behavior
- Ability to lift at least 40 lbs
- Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected situations, both physically and mentally
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with children or youth is preferred
Responsibilities
- Engage children through age-appropriate activities, play-based learning, and positive interactions.
- Create a safe, caring, and playful space for youngest Y participants.
- Foster strong relationships with parents and families by creating a warm and friendly environment.
- Supervise children in play or structured settings.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership
- Discounts on programs
- Paid training
- Professional development opportunities
- Growth potential across our seven YMCA branches
- Retirement fund with a 12% company contribution (once vested, no match required)
- Sick time accrual
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
