Youth Programs Lead (Toddler Classroom)
About The Position
The Multnomah Athletic Club (MAC) is seeking a fun-loving, enthusiastic Youth Programs Lead to join our team in a drop-in childcare setting serving children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. This is a year-round, part-time role with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule (8:00am–1:30pm), with the opportunity to pick up additional hours based on availability. Reporting to the Youth Programs Manager and Lead II, this role is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and high-quality childcare environment while supporting families and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate thrives in a team-oriented, customer-focused environment and is passionate about early childhood care and development.
Requirements
- Experience working with young children in a recreational, childcare, or educational setting preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to engage effectively with children, parents, and team members
- Demonstrated sound judgment, patience, and emotional self-control
- Excellent customer service mindset
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff and families
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including: Lifting and carrying children up to 60 lbs, Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- Ability to work in a lively, sometimes loud environment
- Must pass a background check
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required
Responsibilities
- Provide a warm, safe, clean, and engaging environment for children
- Lead age-appropriate activities including games, arts and crafts, storytelling, and imaginative play
- Prepare daily activities and maintain organized, sanitized play spaces
- Support children with transitions, helping ease separation from parents
- Monitor individual and group play, ensuring safety and positive interactions
- Supervise and guide children’s behavior using redirection and age-appropriate techniques
- Tend to children’s needs, including diapering, toileting, feeding, and hygiene
- Serve snacks and bottles according to schedules and parent instructions
- Comfort and calm upset children
- Greet children and parents warmly at arrival and departure
- Maintain clear and accurate records (check-in/out, notes, labeling belongings)
- Communicate positively with families, staff, and guests to create a welcoming environment
- Uphold a high standard of customer service at all times
- Collaborate with team members to foster a supportive, positive workplace
- Lead by example, mentoring staff and reinforcing safety and behavior standards
- Set up, maintain, and put away equipment daily, including large play structures
- Follow classroom schedules, policies, and program guidelines
- Maintain confidentiality and consistent attendance
- Attend required trainings, meetings, and professional development sessions
- Enforce safety policies and maintain a secure environment
- Identify and report hazards, injuries, or incidents
- Administer minor first aid when needed
- Promote organizational values and code of conduct
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Free access to our exercise room and classes, climbing gym, and pools
- Free parking and discounted public transportation passes
- 401(k) program with an employer match
- Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free
- Discounts on club services and meals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
