Community Center Playcare Team Member (Part-time)

Part-time (temporary/seasonal), non-exempt position starting at $14.00/hour, depending on qualifications. Located at Eden Prairie Community Center (16700 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie, MN). Hours consist of weekday mornings, evenings, and weekends; shifts will be flexible and planned in advance.

Responsibilities

• Cares for newborns, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-age youth while parents or guardians utilize the facility.
• Works independently with children of all ages and abilities, creating a safe, comfortable, and creative learning environment.
• Provides excellent customer service through effective communication and structured activities tailored to customer needs.
• Upholds policies, procedures, and health code standards while keeping customers informed to maintain a safe environment.
• Uses solution-based problem-solving skills to address concerns and enforce policies, ensuring a positive customer experience.
• Supports Community Center division services, including customer relations, meetings, events, and programs, by providing general administrative support.
• Performs a variety of additional duties as part of a team-oriented work environment.

Requirements

• CPR (infant, child, and adult) and First Aid certification required within the first 90 days of employment; must maintain certification annually.
• Two years of related experience preferred; previous experience receiving work direction is a plus.
• Ability to lift, carry, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Close interaction with children, which may include sitting on the floor, climbing, pulling, and setting up play equipment.
• May be exposed to airborne pathogens or bodily fluids.
• Must successfully complete the City’s pre-employment process, including professional reference checks, background check, and work verification.

Skills

• Communication: Conveys messages clearly and concisely in both verbal and written forms, tailoring communication to various settings and styles.
• Organization: Coordinates multiple activities, responsibilities, and tasks simultaneously in a polite and professional manner. Prioritizes tasks, maintains order, and utilizes tools for efficiency.
• Problem-Solving: Approaches problems logically and systematically. Compares alternatives, identifies discrepancies in information, and considers relevant features or parameters when analyzing situations or making decisions.

Benefits

• Promotes a supportive, encouraging, and productive culture with a strong customer focus.
• Encourages work/life balance and wellness as part of organizational goals.
• Values differences and fosters inclusion.

Pay

Starts at $14.00/hour, depending on qualifications.