Youth Activities Supervisor Lead

Houston Racquet Club•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Youth Activities Supervisor Lead supports the Director of Youth Activities in coordinating and supervising Kids Club, youth activity areas, and scheduled youth programs. The role provides a safe, welcoming, and engaging experience for members and their children and serves as a working lead who guides attendants, assists with schedules and activities, and communicates operational or safety concerns to the Director. The position may also perform other tasks as needed or directed to support Club operations. The role provides daily direction to Youth & Kids Club Attendants, supports staffing and timekeeping, oversees child check-in and check-out and appropriate supervision, and leads age-appropriate activities and events. It also supports parent communication, cleanliness and safety, personal care and snack procedures, staff training, records and inventory, and opening and closing checks. Formal personnel decisions remain with the Director of Youth Activities.

Requirements

Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required.
Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, coworkers, and management; read and follow safety procedures; and complete required records.
Ability to observe children and activity areas, identify hazards, and read records and safety information.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Relevant childcare, recreation, or youth-program experience preferred.
Other training or credentials as required by Club policy or applicable licensing.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day direction and support to Youth & Kids Club Attendants, assign tasks, model appropriate childcare practices, and report performance concerns to the Director.
Assist with staff schedules, coverage, attendance, and accurate timekeeping; promptly report staffing shortages and scheduling issues.
Oversee safe check-in and check-out procedures, attendance records, authorized pickup verification, and accurate member charges.
Maintain appropriate supervision of children and youth, follow staff-to-child ratios and age-group procedures, and ensure children are released only to authorized individuals.
Lead and support age-appropriate games, arts and crafts, recreation, and enrichment activities; assist with weekly and seasonal programming.
Assist with birthday parties, camps, holiday activities, and other Club youth events, including setup, staffing, and cleanup.
Communicate professionally with parents and guardians about activities, routines, and concerns; escalate complaints and sensitive issues to the Director.
Monitor cleanliness, sanitation, equipment condition, and safety in Kids Club, game rooms, and youth activity areas; coordinate cleaning and report maintenance needs.
Support personal care, hygiene, and snack procedures in accordance with Club policies, parent instructions, and applicable program requirements.
Ensure staff follow Club safety rules, emergency procedures, incident-reporting practices, and applicable childcare requirements; respond promptly to incidents and notify management.
Help orient and train new attendants on procedures, child supervision, member service, and safe equipment use; track required certifications and inform the Director of upcoming expirations.
Maintain accurate activity, incident, attendance, and supply records; request needed materials and support inventory control.
Assist with opening and closing checks, secure youth areas, and communicate shift updates to incoming staff.
Work with other departments and the Director to improve youth programs and member experiences; attend required meetings and training.
Perform other appropriate assignments made by the Director of Youth Activities or designated Club leadership.