Junior Babysitter

Under the direction of the AD of Family Programming, the Junior Babysitter will assist lead babysitters and provide childcare for children ages (3 months-11 years) while keeping them safe and engaged. Babysitters will staff JCare Babysitting which is a drop-off childcare program. Babysitters endeavor to create a safe, nurturing, and playful environment for children ranging from infants to school aged children. The babysitting shifts will take place primarily on weekends with some occasional opportunities to work weekday shifts. Babysitting service hours are 8:30 a.m. – Noon.

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:

Provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children by overseeing daily check-in procedures, facilitating age-appropriate activities, and supporting positive social interactions—while maintaining safety protocols and attentive supervision. A junior babysitter will never be staffed on their own for a shift.

Will assist a Lead Babysitter with all the following:

• Welcome children and caregivers as they arrive, make note of any unique needs for the children (ex. allergies, medications etc.)
• Oversee check in process with families including online reservation management.
• Ensure children’s safety and adherence to rules (e.g. no climbing on furniture).
• Create a dynamic, fun play space – engaging children in activities and directing them towards available toys and programs.
• Facilitate arts & crafts activities for older classroom, as needed.
• Facilitate children’s interactions by introducing newcomers and supporting cooperative play.
• Assist with supervision and/or redirection of children.
• Implement educational activities, games, and creative play.
• Monitor children during indoor play.

Ensure a safe, supportive, and organized environment by professionally communicating concerns or needs with caregivers, staff and management as appropriate, as well as adhering to safety protocols, as well as facility and licensing standards:

• Maintain a clean and organized classroom, including sanitizing toys and surfaces.
• Communicate with caregivers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ensure that caregivers have prepped children before dropping them off (changing diapers, feedings, clean clothing).
• Observe and report any behavioral or health concerns to manager.
• Follow all safety and health regulations as outlined by the facility and licensing authorities.
• Be familiar with emergency protocols. Escalate any safety concerns with appropriate parties.

Standard Staff Expectations:

· Actively create a welcoming dynamic environment where each individual feels seen and welcomed.

· Actively participate as an essential member of the FEJL team.

· Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration and transformation, including through personal role modeling.

· Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!

This is a limited part-time +/- 7 hours per week, non-exempt position. Offering great perks, a supportive, vibrant, in-person work environment and a competitive starting pay rate of $16-$19 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity. Work schedule typically weekend mornings from 8:30 a.m. - Noon.

The salary offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.

About JCC Greater Boston

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

· Must be 16 years or older

· Is flexible, mature and responsible

· Prior experience (3 months or more) working with young children, ages 3 months to 11 years, (e.g. babysitting, camp counselor, etc., preferred.

· Is positive/upbeat and brings energy to working with babies, toddlers, and young children.

· Is committed to ensuring children’s safety and upholding JCC values.

• CPR/AED and first aid certified or willing to be certified within first two weeks of hire.

Skills and Abilities:

· Exceptional interpersonal and active listening skills

· Professional and clear communicator

· Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically

· Ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances

· A quick and eager learner who takes initiative

· Works well independently and with others, building/sustaining collaborative working relationships.

· Adaptable to changing situations.

· Patient and caring.

· Ability to log hours on Paylocity online system.

Physical Requirements: Able to lift and carry objects weighing 15-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, snacks etc.) Able to sit and kneel to interact with young children.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Benefits

In addition to offering rewarding work and great career opportunities within our mission-driven, values-driven, and family-centric environment, JCC Greater Boston proudly offers employees the generous benefits listed below.

JCCGB Perks! Each employee is eligible for a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more! Complimentary individual membership includes:

• Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman

• Access to group fit classes, Arts and Culture adult programming at member rates,

• Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services

• Free wellness events!

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.

A Great Place to Work! JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey, at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on:

• Supportive colleagues

• Team camaraderie

• How their managers treat them

• Individual autonomy

• Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others

• Pride in working for the JCC

• Program and service quality

• Holding ourselves accountable

Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.