Kidspace shift coordinator - columbia athletic club

Columbia Association, headquartered in Howard County, Maryland, is known for engaging our diverse community, cultivating a unique sense of place, and enhancing the quality of life in Columbia, Maryland, all thanks to the efforts of our remarkable team members. If you share in our passion for teamwork and our vision, we want you to fast-forward your career with us at Columbia Association.

The Columbia Athletic Club is looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing person who enjoys working with children and families. This is a year-round, part-time position that works with children ages 6 weeks to 13 years as an interim care provider while parents use the fitness club. The KidSpace Shift Coordinator is responsible for supervising the KidSpace Attendants during their shift. In addition, the KidSpace Shift Coordinator assumes responsibility for the supervision of the program at scheduled times in the absence of the KidSpace Manager. The KidSpace Shift Coordinator will also work evening and weekend special events.

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have successfully completed 6 semester hours of approved training in education, recreation, child development, or related field, OR 99 clock hours of approved child care training.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all parents/guardians.
• Ability to organize, implement, and supervise activities as well as maintain a safe, clean, and caring environments for the children.
• Ability to read various types of documents (registration forms, health forms, medication forms).
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Must be able to follow written and/or verbal directions from management.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical.
• Must have or be able to obtain current certification in First Aid & Community CPR.
• Must have a customer service-focused attitude, and also meeting physical demands such as sitting on the floor, standing for a long period of time, kneeling, and being able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must have transportation to all Kidspace sites.
• Submit to a criminal background investigation and be fingerprinted.

The pay rate for this position is $16.75. CA offers a positive, fun work environment and a generous benefits package. Part-time benefits include a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/Perks and some paid leave. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), a free Fit & Play membership, Wellness benefits w/perks and paid leave.

Columbia Association is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. EOE/ADA. We encourage applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our organization. Over and above non-discrimination, CA’s mission includes engaging our diverse community and meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic and inclusive community. That’s why we welcome folks of diverse or marginalized backgrounds and abilities to apply to become part of the CA team.