Kids Core Staff I

Kohler Co.•Kohler, WI

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Kids Core Staff I provides quality care to children ages 6 months to 13 years old whose families are members, guests, or associates. The position protects and promotes each child’s development, both as an individual and as a member of a peer group, and assists with special events and parties as needed. Work is onsite, with hours dependent on weekly programs; remaining hours are typically spent in Kids Core during normal operating hours. Kids Core is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and closed Sunday. Under supervision, the staff member helps maintain a safe, clean, and orderly environment; cares for children’s personal needs; supports positive interactions and activities; and works with parents on arrivals, departures, fees, and important information about their children. This is an entry-level position. Adult/child CPR and adult AED certification are required and may be completed onsite shortly after employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Entry-level position.
Must have a caring, friendly demeanor.
Excellent customer service, mentoring, and leadership skills are required.
Effective organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks are required.
Adult/child CPR and adult AED certification are required; these may be completed onsite shortly after employment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, run, bend, squat, crawl, lift overhead, and reach; lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

Creativity and an outgoing personality.
Previous child care experience.

Responsibilities

Provide a safe, protected environment under supervision.
Assist with washroom chores and snacks brought into Kids Core, and maintain order and cleanliness according to policies.
Promote and maintain a clean, healthy physical environment in Kids Core areas of responsibility.
Maintain toys and equipment and recommend purchases when appropriate.
Ensure children do not leave Kids Core unattended and that rooms are never left unattended while children are present.
When no children are in the room, clean and organize, update displays, and attend to other duties as needed.
Care for each child’s specific and personal needs, providing comfort, consistent affection, and discipline.
Encourage uplifting interaction and activity while recognizing and promoting each child’s individuality.
Be available to children arriving and leaving and assist parents with sign-in and sign-out procedures.
Understand Kids Core’s fee structure and ensure adequate payment for services.
Maintain a friendly, open rapport with parents and communicate important information about children.
Contact parents when a child affects the health of other children or places too much demand on the provider.
Assist with special events and parties as needed.