Kids Play Team Member (North Austin)

About the Role

As a Kids Play Team Member, you will create a safe, welcoming, and engaging space for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. You will lead fun, age-appropriate activities and support a curriculum designed to nurture each child's social, physical, spiritual, and cognitive development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, hands-on activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and self-expression for children of all ages.
• Foster teamwork and cooperation through group games and collaborative projects.
• Create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment where every child feels supported emotionally, socially, and physically.
• Build positive relationships with children and families by greeting them warmly, using names, communicating openly, and encouraging family involvement.
• Interact with children at their level to play, connect, and support healthy development.
• Ensure constant supervision, protect the health and safety of all children, and attend to basic hygiene needs.
• Maintain clean, organized childcare spaces.
• Keep parents informed about their child's day, activities, and experiences.
• Attend all required staff meetings and follow program safety standards and procedures.
• Promote and model the YMCA's mission, values, wellness philosophy, and community impact.
• Serve as an ambassador of the Y's culture.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 16 years.
• Experience in caring for children aged 8 weeks to 12 years.
• Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Growth Mindset: Learn and improve to better serve members and the mission.
• Team Player: Work collaboratively with others and support a positive team environment.
• Communicates Effectively: Listen actively and communicate clearly with members and peers.
• Customer Focused: Anticipates needs and ensures quality, member-centered service.
• Fosters Belonging: Ensure everyone feels welcomed, respected, and included.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish/English.
• Previous experience in a childcare setting.
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR/AED, and Emergency Oxygen.

Physical Requirements:

The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.