Kidtown Associate - Midtown Chicago : Job Details

Midtown is searching for a KidTown/Child Care Associate to join our world-class team.

Pay rate: $16.25/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 improve 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 of their role, leading youth members with confidence and care
• Possess outstanding verbal communication skills with children and adults
• Are patient, outgoing, and friendly
• Have high energy levels and can keep children engaged 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
• Can lift up to 50 lbs
• Are willing to stand for long periods
• Can move quickly from seated to standing to attend to children's needs
• Child CPR, First Aid & AED certification is required (Midtown provides this training)

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 operation of the department.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.