Kids Zone Lead

Overview

The YMCA of Greater Seattle actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

This is an On-site, Part-Time Position. Variable scheduling during Kid Zone hours. Every day hundreds of children utilize our Kid Zone drop in child care centers within our membership facilities, engaging in activities and building new relationships with our staff and other participants. You will be part of an amazing staff team who provide enrichment and safe supervision, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a group of children to ensure their health, safety and to provide a positive experience for each child.
• Develops and implements program activities.
• Provides guidance, leadership and direction to Kids Zone Counselors as needed.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Professionally engages with parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their child’s experience and to promote upcoming programs.
• Ensures that toys and equipment are clean and safe, set up and stored properly.
• Reports equipment problems to supervisor.
• Attends staff meetings and training programs as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
• 1 year or more previous experience working with children; camps, child care, tutoring, nanny, coaching.
• Ability to model and demonstrate Y values; caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
• Experience planning and implementing group activities preferred.
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.