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Job Summary Under the direction of the Kids Zone Coordinator, provides attentive supervision and positive care for children ages 3 months through 7 years in the Kids Zone program. Creates a safe, welcoming environment through age appropriate activities, consistent family communication, and compliance with Central Coast YMCA policies and branch procedures. Demonstrates caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility Duties Actively supervise children at all times. Follow approved staffing, capacity, attendance, and supervision procedures. Never leave a child unsupervised or be alone with a child where others cannot observe the interaction. Lead and participate in developmentally appropriate play, games, music, movement, stories, and creative activities following the Coordinator's program plan. Follow sign-in and sign-out procedures, maintain accurate attendance records, and release children only to a parent, guardian, or other adult with written authorization on file. Use positive guidance, redirection, encouragement, and age appropriate expectations. Do not use physical punishment, humiliation, threats, or abusive language. Document recurring behavior concerns and notify the Coordinator. Communicate professionally with families about activities and concerns. Refer complaints, safety issues, and matters beyond the position's authority to the Coordinator. Follow approved procedures for infant care, diapering, and restroom assistance. Protect children's privacy while ensuring care is observable by others; conduct private care activities in pairs whenever feasible. Observe each child upon arrival for visible signs of illness, injury, or distress. Document concerns and follow YMCA health and illness procedures. Maintain a clean, organized program area. Sanitize toys and equipment, inspect activity spaces for hazards, and help with setup, cleanup, and routine housekeeping. Follow emergency procedures, maintain awareness of emergency contacts and exits, provide care within current certification and training, and promptly report and document accidents, injuries, incidents, and unsafe conditions. Collect program payments only as assigned and follow approved payment handling and recordkeeping procedures. Work respectfully with children, families, coworkers, and volunteers of different backgrounds and abilities. Refer accommodation requests and support needs to the Coordinator. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Demonstrated ability to engage and care for children from infancy through age 7 and lead activities appropriate to their developmental needs. Age 18 or older is preferred. Current CPR and First Aid certification appropriate to the children served. Completion of required YMCA background screening, including Live Scan clearance, before assignment to duties requiring clearance. Ability to communicate clearly with families, children, and coworkers; maintain accurate records; use sound judgment; and respond calmly to changing needs and emergencies. Ability to work cooperatively, follow directions, show initiative, and maintain dependable attendance. Join us as a Kid Zone Leader to inspire young minds through energetic leadership, compassionate care, and innovative activity planning! Your dedication will help create joyful moments that support children's growth while advancing your experience in childcare and youth programming.

Pay:

$16.90 per hour Expected hours: No more than 29.0 per week

Benefits:

Childcare Employee discount Flexible schedule Gym membership

Work Location:

In person