Kid Zone ; PART TIME

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Part-time Description

Imagine going to work each day knowing that what you do truly makes a difference in the lives of children and families in your community. At the Summit Area YMCA, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find the opportunity to create lasting, positive impact.

We are seeking responsible, energetic individuals to join our Kid Zone team, supporting our programs at both our Summit and Berkeley Heights branches. Shifts include weekday mornings, weekday evenings, and weekend mornings. We are looking for individuals who are excited to create a safe, engaging environment for children.

What is Kid Zone?

Kid Zone is our drop-in childcare program that provides members with a safe, nurturing space for their children while they work out or participate in other Y programs—such as group exercise, swimming, or personal training. Children enjoy crafts, games, sports, imaginative play, and more in a fun, supportive setting under the care of our dedicated staff (potentially you!). Kid Zone serves children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

• Are engaged, energetic, and enthusiastic
• Have a knack for balancing safety and fun
• Genuinely love being around children, making a positive difference in their lives, and helping them grow, thrive, and celebrate their awesome selves
• Communicate effectively and can make anyone laugh
• Have availability to work at both the Summit YMCA and Berkeley Heights YMCA Branches

• Greet parents and children into the room with a welcoming smile
• Supervise and interact with children in a safe and engaging manner
• Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities
• Maintain a clean and organized child watch area
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff

This position is part time with an opportunity to work up to 25 hours each week. Current needed shifts are Monday - Friday 9am-12pm, and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 5pm-7:30pm. The Salary range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hour, but is based on experience. Employees must commit to working at least two shifts each week, including at least one weekend shift.

The Summit Area YMCA offers generous employee benefits. Part-time benefits include a free YMCA membership, discounts on Y family membership, and a 12% contribution to the YMCA retirement plan upon eligibility.

At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side‑by‑side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.

• Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Previous experience working with children preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world‑class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities.

By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.

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$17.00 - $19.00 per hour