Under direction of the Team Leader, the Kid Zone Coordinator is responsible for the supervision, safety, and care of the Kid Zone Room and its participants; assisting in the implementation of daily program activities.
Some rewards for joining our team:
Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
Flexible work schedule
Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
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What is needed for this job:
High School diploma; 2-5 years of experience working with children in a childcare setting. Ongoing training: fulfill required number of hours for ongoing trainings as deemed necessary. Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence
The responsibilities we will trust you with:
Supervise staff to ensure that they are upholding all YMCA guidelines for proper verbal interaction, proper learning through play techniques and age-appropriate redirection as a form of discipline. Report any disciplinary action to the Director. Assist staff on age-appropriate interaction with children, handling upset children, and orienting them to this position. Attend Staff meetings. Ensure staff adhere to the YMCA standards for maintaining cleanliness, center set up, toy bins and correct return of toys to areas. Ensure staff is engaging children in the maintaining of said centers and items. Take proper care of the equipment and location. In cooperation with the Director, survey the members to gauge continued satisfaction through use of evaluations each program that Kid Zone sponsors. In cooperation with the Director, assist with implementation of themed activities. Complete incident report forms when required and submit them to the Director immediately for follow up. To report immediately if any medical emergencies and/or health issues like hand foot and mouth disease occur. To be a team player. To build relationships with the members of the YMCA. To assist with special events such as preparation, selling of tickets, etc. Attend staff meetings Participate as a member of the YMCA team member and contribute to the attainment of the YMCA mission. Know the mission and be able to apply it to your job responsibilities. Also, be able to explain to parents how child care meets the YMCA mission Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you can expect:
Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA
Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
Great members to work with every day!
After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you!
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