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Estimated Pay $16 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location New Canaan, Connecticut

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Job Description

Fall Back-To-School also means Back-To-The-Y!

The New Canaan YMCA is looking for MORNING SHIFT part-time staff for our Kids Club program.

Kids Club is our on-site drop-in babysitting program available to our members while they use our facility. Kids Club is available for children 6 months and older (children must be able to sit up on their own), while parents/guardians remain on the premises.

We are looking for caring and energetic staff to provide safe oversight and engagement - encouraging exploration, imaginative play, songs and craft activities, helping to keep our Kids Club space clean and welcoming.


Candidates should:

  • be 18 years of age or older
  • be able to commit to 8 - 10 hours a week.
  • have a minimum 2 years experience in babysitting and/or childcare environment.
  • Demonstrate ability to care for young children and take responsibility in their role.
  • Have confidence to take control and make sound decisions easily.
  • CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Principal Activities include:

  • Provide a safe, nurturing environment for the children in their care.
  • Supervise the children, playroom, and activities to create a fun and inviting space.
  • Monitor check in/check out information and contact information in case parent/guardian must be reached.

Available shifts are:
  • Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-12:30 PM
  • Saturdays / Sundays 7:45am - 12:30 PM

Why the Y? We are an inclusive, nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the potential of all kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

The YMCA offers benefits for Part-Time staff, including:

  • FREE YMCA membership
  • Retirement funds (403b Savings Plan, and YMCA Retirement Fund for eligible participants)
  • Discounted group-rates for AFLAC supplemental insurance plans including Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Accident, Cancer, and Hospital Plans
  • Guarantee to be “schedule free” on the following holidays, as our center is closed on:
    • New Year’s Day,
    • Memorial Day,
    • Independence Day,
    • Labor Day,
    • Thanksgiving Day
    • Christmas Day

Visit our website for more details and full application: www.newcanaanymca.org/employment