Child Watch Attendant

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Assistant Teachers/Facilitators provide a quality experience for children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and fostering relationships within families.

Competencies

• Collaboration
• Communication & Influence
• Functional Expertise

Qualifications

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state licensing regulations
• At least 18 years of age
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting (preferred)
• Ability to implement age‑appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
• Complete before first shift: YMCA cause & culture training; curriculum training
• Complete within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention Training; BLS CPR; First Aid
• Ability to relate effectively to and develop meaningful relationships with diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community, including ADA compliance
• Successful clearance of background check required

Essential Functions

• Assist classroom teacher to implement curriculum within established guidelines
• Nurture children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families
• Supervise children, classroom, and all activities, including ADA accommodations where appropriate
• Follow all procedures and standards
• Cultivate positive relationships, participate as needed in parent conferences, and maintain effective communication with parents
• Engage parents as volunteers and connect them to the YMCA
• Maintain a clean and safe program site and equipment
• Maintain required program records
• Support fundraising efforts, attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The role is performed in a classroom/recreational environment. Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, and playing with children at their level are required. Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility are needed to supervise the program and perform essential functions. Hours will include evening and/or weekend work. Reliable transportation and travel among local branches and off‑site facilities may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.