Childcare Attendant

YMCA OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO - 3.5

Chicago, IL Job Details Part-time $17.05 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Early childhood education center experience Customer communication Parent collaboration Interactive activities lessons (early childhood general education) Parent communication High school diploma or GED Child safety supervision Safe environment creation Student safety monitoring Working with youth

Full Job Description Job Summary and Key Accountabilities:

Childcare Attendants are responsible for the wellbeing of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years within their care and maintaining a safe and fun environment. You will actively interact and engage with parents, monitor children throughout their care and supervision, and adhere to the standards and values of the YMCA Scope of Responsibilities Plan and implement daily drop-in childcare programs (babysitting) and enrichment activities Maintain awareness and supervision of the needs of the room and ensure the health and physical safety of children at all times Greet community members and guests and make them feel welcome and engaged Manage sign-in and sign-out procedures Foster a safe play environment Organize and set up materials and supplies Ensure proper ratios are maintained Provide a healthy environment by sanitizing toys and play equipment Support facility operations by partnering with local Community Hub leadership to ensure childcare spaces are clean at all times Minimum and Preferred Qualifications At least 16 years of age Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed Top-notch verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills [Bilingual, English/Spanish highly preferred]

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Required Experience:

Prior experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting. Experience in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children. Experience in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and staff. Ability to engage and motivate children through creative and educational activities. Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate practices. Ability to maintain a positive and patient demeanor in a dynamic environment. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.