Part-time Babysitter, weekend shifts
We’re looking for an experienced and engaging babysitter who is open to a flexible schedule—hours may shift from week to week depending on our program needs. Under the direction of the AD of Family Programming, the Babysitter (Lead babysitter) will 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 weekend mornings.
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, but 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:
- 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 and 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!
Job Details: This is a limited part-time, non-exempt position. Work schedule is not fixed and may vary depending on staffing needs, coverage requirements, and operational demands. Hours can range from 2-8 hours per week. Offering great perks, a supportive vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $20.00 - $22.00 per hour. The pay rate 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 18 years or older
· Is flexible, mature and responsible
· Has prior experience working with young children, ages 3 months to 11 years, (e.g. babysitting, camp counselor, etc.) ideal.
· 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.
*** Be CPR/AED and first aid certified or willing to be trained.
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 work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities. Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc. Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.
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 competitive wages, rewarding work and great career opportunities within a supportive environment, this position offers statutory such Mass Sick time.
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 & 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.
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