Kids Academy - Mornings and Weekends

Life Time Inc.•Town/Village of Harrison, NY

9d•$15 - $18

About The Position

The Kids Instructor provides educational and fitness-minded programming for children ages three months to 11 years in the Kids Academy. The instructor organizes and leads safe, fun activities and games, and may also host parties and other events. The position includes interacting with children and families, preparing program spaces, maintaining attendance and incident records, promoting Kids & Aquatics programs, and keeping the Kids Academy clean and supplied.

Requirements

Less than a high school diploma or GED.
Complete all Kids On-Demand Required Learnings before the first day of work.
Obtain First Aid certification and Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification within the first 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of experience teaching children ages 3–11 in similar programs or activities.
Ability to engage a group of children in an activity.
Customer service and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Greet, acknowledge, and interact with members and guests in a friendly and professional manner.
Support children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development by leading organized activities according to the Kids Academy Schedule.
Prepare and set up for classes and transfer children to and from programming.
Maintain records of children’s attendance, development, and incidents.
Monitor and engage with children to maintain a safe and healthy environment, including attention to toys, sports equipment, other children, and surroundings.
Use positive behavior management techniques and communicate clearly with parents and team members.
Promote Junior programming to increase participation in Kids & Aquatics programming.
Maintain the Kids Academy and other program areas by following the cleaning checklist, completing assigned tasks, and restocking supplies after each class.
Handle incidents and emergencies calmly and professionally.
Host parties and other events as needed.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership.
Discounts on Life Time products and services.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match for team members age 21 and older.
Training and professional development.
Paid sick leave where required by law.
For full-time team members: medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
For full-time team members: short-term and long-term disability insurance.
For full-time team members: life insurance.
For full-time team members: pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans.
For full-time team members: parental leave and adoption assistance.
For full-time team members: paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year based on tenure, and paid sick leave.
For full-time team members who meet the required income threshold: deferred compensation plan.