Lead Childcare Attendant

Troon • Coral Gables, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club in Coral Gables, Florida, is hiring a full-time Lead Childcare Attendant to run its childcare program. The role provides a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for members’ children ages 2 through 15 while their parents enjoy the club. The lead plans and leads activities and day camps, supports and guides part-time childcare staff, and builds warm, trusting relationships with children and families. The position calls for a positive, patient, caring person who enjoys working with children and takes their safety seriously.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience running day camps and planning programs for children ages 2 through 15.
• Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification before the start date.
• Must pass a background check.
• Availability to work Wednesday through Sunday, including holidays and special club events, with shifts across mornings, afternoons, and evenings.
• Warm, positive, patient, and approachable personality, with a genuine love of working with children.
• Responsible, dependable, and alert, with good judgment and the ability to stay calm in any situation.
• Creative and energetic, with ideas for activities children will enjoy.
• Clear, friendly communication with children and parents.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading or supervising other staff.
• Background in a childcare center, school, camp, resort, or private club setting.
• Early childhood education coursework or Florida DCF childcare training.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, continuous supervision and prioritize the safety and well-being of all children in care.
• Follow check-in and check-out procedures, including verifying authorized pickups.
• Follow parents’ allergy, medical, and special care instructions.
• Respond calmly to injuries and emergencies, administer first aid as needed, and complete incident reports.
• Lead the childcare program day to day, plan activities, and ensure the space runs smoothly.
• Direct, train, and support part-time childcare staff on activities, safety procedures, and service standards.
• Coordinate staffing coverage with management based on member demand and club events.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate games, crafts, sports, story time, and other activities for children ages 2 through 15.
• Plan and run day camps during school breaks, holidays, and summer.
• Help plan and run themed days, holiday events, and other children's programs.
• Encourage kindness, sharing, and positive behavior, and handle disagreements patiently and carefully.
• Greet families warmly and help children feel comfortable joining activities.
• Communicate with parents at pickup about their child's day and promptly and tactfully share concerns.
• Learn members’ and children’s names and preferences to provide a personal, welcoming experience.
• Keep the childcare room clean, organized, and inviting; regularly sanitize toys, surfaces, and equipment.
• Monitor supplies and notify management when toys, crafts, or materials need replacing.
• Ensure the space meets the club’s health and safety standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
• 401(k) with employer match for employees age 19 and older, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence in accordance with applicable law and eligibility criteria.
• Staff meals.
• Complimentary parking.
• Golf privileges on Mondays.
• Beautiful waterfront workplace and supportive, team-oriented culture.

What This Job Offers

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