Childcare Attendant

Job Details

Description:

Under the direction of the Childcare Supervisor, they are responsible for the supervision and interaction of children in the childcare center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

Responsible for the safety and operation of the childcare area of the Fitness Center
Greet parents as they come in to drop off their children
Ensure that proper check-in/check-out procedures are followed
Orient parents about policies and procedures that must be followed
Attentively watch and attend to the children in the childcare area
Develop and implement activities for children in the childcare center
Discipline children, when necessary, using appropriate and authorized disciplinary techniques
Ensure the cleanliness of the children and the childcare area by helping children go to the bathroom, washing hands, cleaning spills, picking up trash, putting away & washing toys, vacuum each shift, etc.
Treat children if they are hurt and fill out accident reports
Responsible for maintaining the professional atmosphere of the Fitness Center
Conduct oneself in a professional manner and be dressed in proper uniform
Handle patron complaints and/or comments or refer them to the proper personnel
Maintain positive public relations for the Facility
Give excellent customer service to the patrons and their children
Help keep the Fitness Center clean and uncluttered
Set a positive example for other employees to follow
Assume responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective working relations with other employees and management
Attend all staff meetings
Provide input for childcare area planning and discuss problems and concerns with appropriate personnel

Other duties as assigned, such as but not limited to:

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 16 years of age
Must submit to a criminal background and fingerprint check
Excellent public relations skills
Willing and available to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts
Ability to relate well with children and be patient with them
Able to work under stressful conditions
Willingness to assist others
CPR/AED and/or First Aid are required within 90 days. (certification will be paid for by the District)
Ability to hold all matters related to staff and patrons as confidential and to discuss related matters with only the appropriate individuals.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Moderate to intense physical activity such as pushing, pulling, and lifting
Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching, bending, and sitting on the floor with the children.
Work both inside and outside
Exposure to intermittent periods of stress