Childcare Lead

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is Chicago’s ##1 Destination for Sport, Fitness & Fun! Learn more about our team here: https://www.lakeshoresf.com/join-our-team/ Team Member Perks Complimentary Family MembershipComplimentary Child Care for Staff ChildrenMedical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term and Life InsurancePaid Time Off401KEmployee Financial Relief ProgramDaily Discounted Employee Meal ProgramWinter and Summer Team Member CelebrationsEntrepreneurial and collaborative team environment50% off club servicesFree Parking We are looking for an energetic, experienced, and passionate Childcare Lead to join our Children’s Programming team. This is a full-time, salaried position for someone who loves working with children, enjoys creating a fun and engaging environment, and can take ownership of the day-to-day childcare experience. Our childcare area serves children primarily newborn through 10 years old and includes a dedicated baby room, play room, and playground area. The ideal candidate is someone who is confident working across different age groups and can create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for both children and their parents. What You'll Do Work as a lead in the Childcare area on the day-to-day operations of our childcare area, including the baby room, play room, and playgroundSupport kids events such as Parents Night Out, Family Game Nights, Private Events and more. Provide attentive, active, and engaged supervision for children from newborn through approximately 10 years oldCreate and maintain a consistent schedule of age-appropriate activities, games, crafts, movement, and playDevelop a fun, welcoming environment where children are excited to returnBuild positive relationships with children and families and provide excellent customer service to parentsCommunicate confidently and professionally with parents regarding their children's experiences, needs, and any concernsEnsure all childcare areas are clean, organized, safe, and well-maintainedHelp establish and maintain consistent routines, expectations, and safety standardsWork closely with other Children’s Programming team members to ensure a seamless experience for familiesHelp train, support, and provide direction to childcare team members as neededTake initiative to identify opportunities to improve the children's experience and programming What We're Looking For 5+ years of professional experience working with childrenExperience working with a variety of ages, particularly infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-aged childrenStrong understanding of child development and age-appropriate activitiesEnergetic, active, and genuinely engaged when working with childrenExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsWarm, patient, and approachable personalityComfortable communicating with parents and building trusting relationships with familiesHighly organized and able to create and maintain a structured activity scheduleReliable, responsible, and able to take ownership of the childcare environmentAbility to multitask and remain calm and attentive in a busy environmentCPR/First Aid certification Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and at least 1 weekend day The Ideal Candidate You are someone who doesn't simply supervise children—you genuinely engage with them. You get down on the floor and play, lead activities, encourage creativity, help children navigate big emotions, and make sure every child feels welcomed and included. You also understand that the childcare experience extends beyond the children. You are comfortable greeting parents, answering questions, sharing positive feedback, and communicating concerns professionally. You take pride in creating a space where parents feel confident leaving their children in your care. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership and leadership of a children's program and help shape an exceptional experience for our youngest members and their families. Powered by JazzHR XVUl2JMGgd