Kidszone Guide

Crossroads YMCA • Crown Point, IN

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About The Position

The KidsZone Guide I supports the Y’s work to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The role provides direct supervision and care for children in KidsZone areas and delivers a quality experience for children and parents focused on exceptional service and care. Guides nurture children through purposeful play and help create a fun, safe environment where children can thrive. Pay starts at $10.00 per hour and may be higher based on experience.

Requirements

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Must be flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with diverse groups of people across social and economic segments of the community.
• Passion for working with young children.
• Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively.
• High level of alertness, concentration, and initiative.
• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods; occasionally stoop or bend.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Demonstrate initiative and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Nurture children through purposeful play, providing care and a sense of belonging while developing relationships with members and their children.
• Implement curriculum and activity plans within established guidelines.
• Supervise and participate in activities with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old.
• Make ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents.
• Maintain required program records and identify equipment needs.
• Respond appropriately and promptly to unexpected circumstances to better meet the needs of members and their children.
• Bottle-feed and change diapers for infants and toddlers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed