Kidtown/Child Care Associate

@ Midtown Athletic Clubs
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Kidtown/Child Care Associate

Rochester, NY
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Midtown seeks a Part-Time KidTown/Child Care Associate to inspire children through movement, activities, and support in a safe, nurturing setting.

Requirements

  • 2+ years experience with children
  • Comfortable with ages 8 weeks to 15
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Outgoing and patient
  • Strong communication skills

Qualifications

  • Child CPR, First Aid & AED (training provided)
  • Positive attitude
  • High energy levels
  • Willing to stand long periods
  • Growth mindset

Full job description

Midtown is searching for a Part-Time KidTown/Child Care Associate to join our world-class team. You would be responsible for the following specific weekly shifts: Monday 8:15am-4:00pm, Tuesday and Thursday 8:30am-2:00pm. The pay rate is $16/hour.

As an integral part of the childcare team, our KidTown Associates inspire even our youngest members through movement, community, and personal attention. They encourage active, social, and healthier lives by:

  • Fostering an environment of movement-based fun in a safe and comfortable setting

  • Leading activities such as arts and crafts, story time, and games

  • Communicating both positive and negative behaviors to parents at pick-up

  • Creating relationships with our families

  • Keeping the space clean, free of germs and messes to ensure the well-being of staff and children

  • Strategizing with leadership to constantly better KidTown and Varsity Club

Our KidTown Associates:

  • Have at least 2 years of experience working with children in an educationally supportive environment

  • Are comfortable with children ages 8 weeks up to 15 years old

  • Take initiative and ownership to a position and lead youth members with confidence and care

  • Possess outstanding verbal communication skills with children and adults

  • Have patience and are outgoing and friendly

  • Have high energy levels and can keep children moving in a variety of activities

  • Display a willingness to grow with the changing needs of members and our space

  • Maintain a positive attitude and enjoy working with children

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

  • Willing to stand for long periods of time

  • Ability to move from seated to standing position quickly to attend to child’s needs

  • Child CPR, First Aid & AED certification will be required (Midtown provides this training for Associates)

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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