Lead Child Watch Attendant

About the Role

We're looking for a compassionate, organized, and energetic Child Watch Lead who has a genuine passion for caring for children and creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for families at the Kroc Center. In this role, you'll support Child Watch staff, oversee daily operations, maintain a clean and inviting play space, and help plan fun, enriching activities. If you love helping children learn, play, and thrive while helping lead a dedicated team, we'd love to have you join us!

Schedule

The Child Watch area is open 8:00 am - 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm Monday through Friday as well as 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturdays. The Lead Child Watch Attendant works 25 hours per week with the primary shift being afternoons and evenings, with a requirement to work 2 Saturdays a month. Flexibility is required.

Pay

The pay rate for this role is $17.50 per hour. An additional $1.00/hour is paid for any shift worked from Friday at 4:00 pm through Sunday. Bilingual (English-Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Paid time off with 10 days of vacation per year
• 12 sick days per year (6 of which can be taken like vacation days)
• 12 paid holidays
• 2 personal days
• Ability to earn an additional 2 days of PTO through our wellness program
• Generous pension contributions by The Salvation Army
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid training and professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Assist the Membership Services Manager with the development and training of Child Watch Attendants
• Patiently supervise multiple children and plan activities to entertain, teach, and mentor young children while their parents/guardians participate in Kroc programs and events
• Proactively ensure a safe environment for all Kroc Center staff, volunteers, and children in the Child Watch area
• Schedule Child Watch staff and monitor/report on the work performance of attendants to the Membership Services Manager
• Participate in activities with young children in Child Watch
• Assist in the planning, directing, and guidance of the programs and activities of Child Watch
• Assist in the development of systems that safeguard all facilities, supplies, and equipment related to the programs
• Utilize the office support system for timely and accurate record keeping, including statistical reports related to all Child Watch programs
• Ensure the attractive appearance, operational function, and general upkeep of the Child Watch area, including equipment, toys, and furnishings
• Assist in the procurement, maintenance, and repair of equipment, toys, and furnishings as necessary
• Participate in designated staff meetings, training, and professional development courses as directed by supervisor

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent preferred
• One year of related experience caring for children or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification for Adult, Child, and Infant (to be obtained within 30 days of hire)
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s license with clearance to drive from The Salvation Army’s insurance carrier

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to address multiple projects in a timely manner while being responsive and detail-oriented
• Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances
• Strong computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office products, email, and Internet

Physical and Mental Abilities

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle objects/tools, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to work in a childcare environment at normal room temperature with varying noise levels (low to moderate)
• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions for overseeing outdoor spaces or events
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays