Part-time Babysitter, weekend shifts

About the Role

Under the direction of the AD of Family Programming, the Babysitter (Lead babysitter) will provide childcare for children ages 3 months to 11 years while keeping them safe and engaged. Babysitters will staff JCare Babysitting, which is a drop-off childcare program, and endeavor to create a safe, nurturing, and playful environment for children ranging from infants to school-aged children. The babysitting shifts will take place primarily on weekend mornings.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children by overseeing daily check-in procedures, facilitating age-appropriate activities, and supporting positive social interactions—while maintaining safety protocols and attentive supervision
• Welcome children and caregivers as they arrive, make note of any unique needs for the children (e.g., allergies, medications, etc.)
• Oversee check-in process with families, including online reservation management
• Ensure children's safety and adherence to rules (e.g., no climbing on furniture)
• Create a dynamic, fun play space – engaging children in activities and directing them towards available toys and programs
• Facilitate arts & crafts activities for older classroom, as needed
• Facilitate children's interactions by introducing newcomers and supporting cooperative play
• Assist with supervision and/or redirection of children
• Implement educational activities, games, and creative play
• Monitor children during indoor play
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom, including sanitizing toys and surfaces
• Communicate with caregivers in a courteous and professional manner
• Ensure that caregivers have prepped children before dropping them off (changing diapers, feedings, clean clothing)
• Observe and report any behavioral or health concerns to manager
• Follow all safety and health regulations as outlined by the facility and licensing authorities
• Be familiar with emergency protocols
• Escalate any safety concerns with appropriate parties
• Actively create a welcoming dynamic environment where each individual feels seen and welcomed
• Actively participate as an essential member of the FEJL team
• Support JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through personal role modeling
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Is flexible, mature, and responsible
• Has prior experience working with young children, ages 3 months to 11 years (e.g., babysitting, camp counselor, etc.)—ideal
• Is positive/upbeat and brings energy to working with babies, toddlers, and young children
• Is committed to ensuring children's safety and upholding JCC values
• Be CPR/AED and first aid certified or willing to be trained

Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional interpersonal and active listening skills
• Professional and clear communicator
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically
• Ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances
• A quick and eager learner who takes initiative
• Works well independently and with others, building/sustaining collaborative working relationships
• Adaptable to changing situations
• Patient and caring
• Ability to log hours on Paylocity online system

Physical Requirements

• Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children's backpacks, etc.)
• Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly

Pay & Schedule

• This is a limited part-time, non-exempt position
• Work schedule is not fixed and may vary depending on staffing needs, coverage requirements, and operational demands
• Hours can range from 2-8 hours per week
• Competitive starting pay rate of $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
• The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity

Benefits

• Offering great perks, a supportive vibrant in-person work environment
• Free Individual Membership to JCC Greater Boston's top-class fitness, recreation, and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities
• Discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more
• Complimentary Individual Membership includes use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
• Access to group fit classes
• Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates
• Discounts on a variety of JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
• Free wellness events
• Statutory benefits such as Mass Sick time
• Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant