Kid Zone Lead

YMCA of Greater Seattle
SeaTac, WA Part Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2022 CLOSED ON 9/5/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kid Zone Lead position at YMCA of Greater Seattle?

Overview

Job Summary

Every day hundreds of children utilize our Kid Zone drop in child care centers within our membership facilities, engaging in activities and building new relationships with our staff and other participants. You will be part of an amazing staff team who provide enrichment and safe supervision, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn. You will develop and implement program activities while also building positive relationships by providing prompt and courteous service to members, participants and guests. Kid Zone Leads also provide guidance and leadership to Kid Zone Counselors as needed.

 

Variable Hours, at the Matt Griffin YMCA: 3595 S 188th St, SeaTac, WA 98188 

 

Monday - 4-8pm

Tuesday - 8a-11a, 4p-8p

Wednesday - 4-8p

Thursday - 8a-11a, 4p-8p

Friday - 5-8p

Saturday - 8:30a-12:30p

Sunday - 11:30a-2:30p

 

What you'll get from working at The Y

  • Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
  • Free access to mental health resources
  • Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire

 

Minimum compensation: $20.00/hour

 

As of March 12, 2022 COVID Vaccinations Requirements: Highly Recommended, Not Required.

*Certain programs may require proof of vaccination, in compliance with local state and federal guidelines. If applicable will be assigned within onboarding.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

  • Supervises a group of children to ensure their health, safety and to provide a positive experience for each child.
  • Develops and implements program activities.
  • Provides guidance, leadership and direction to Kids Zone Counselors as needed.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
  • Professionally engages with parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their child’s experience and to promote upcoming programs.
  • Ensures that toys and equipment are clean and safe, set up and stored properly. Reports equipment problems to supervisor.
  • Attends staff meetings and training programs as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Physical Demands

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

     

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Qualifications

    What we're looking for in an applicant

  • High school education or equivalent.
  • Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.

  • 1 year or more previous experience working with children; camps, child care, tutoring, nanny, coaching.
  • Ability to model and demonstrate Y values; caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
  • Experience planning and implementing group activities preferred.
  • Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
  • You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you

    • Thrive on working in a collaborative environment
    • Are very adaptable
    • Have high ownership and strong work ethic
    • Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet
    • Truly enjoy being of service to people
    • Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together
    • Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

    At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment. 

    Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities. 

     

    Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

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    MISSION STATEMENT:

    Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

     

    OUR VALUES:

    • Respect
    • Responsibility
    • Honesty
    • Caring
    • Passion for Excellence

    YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

     

    All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

     

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