Child Watch Associate — Biddeford

Job overview

The Child Watch Associate role is onsite in Biddeford, ME. Compensation is not specified. The YMCA of Southern Maine’s Prime-Time program provides a safe, age-appropriate experience for children and families. The associate supervises children, organizes activities and transitions, and maintains a safe program environment. The role supports families and the YMCA’s youth development work through attentive care, accurate records, and courteous communication.

What you'll do

• Conduct safe, age-appropriate group experiences
• monitor children’s health and safety
• organize activities and routines
• maintain attendance records
• manage challenging behaviors
• report incidents
• assist children with program transitions
• keep the area clean and safe
• communicate courteously with parents and children
• provide fill-in assistance and attend meetings as directed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

child watch associate

child care

youth development

child safety

age-appropriate activities

family support

biddeford me

ymca of southern maine

monday–thursday

4:00 pm–7:00 pm

part-time

cpr/aed/basic first aid training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Free personal membership
• earned paid leave
• program discounts
• mentoring and retirement assistance programs when eligible
• training, certification, and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Schedule listed as Monday through Thursday, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM; position starts mid-October and closes on Memorial Day; shifts and hours may change. YMCA will train for CPR/AED/Basic First Aid certification.

About the employer

YMCA of Southern Maine is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.