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Kids Academy - Lead

Life Time Fitness

Minnetonka, MNFull-time$26–34.5/hrPosted 1mo agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$26–34.5/hr
Location
Minnetonka, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Kids Frontline Training And Kids Manager CertificationFirst Aid CertificationInfant/Child And Adult CPR/AED Certification

Job overview

Life Time Fitness is hiring a Kids Academy - Lead. The Lead‑Kids oversees Kids Academy operations, delivering high‑quality customer service, safety, and active play for junior members while managing staff, payroll, inventory, and program promotion in alignment with Life Time’s mission and vision.

Key focus areas include Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a safe, clean, friendly environment for members and guests, Promote and market club and kids programs and activities as needed, and Manage payroll within budgetary guidelines and make recommendations to the general manager.

Important skills include Exceptional Customer Service, Safe Environment Management, Active Play Facilitation, Engagement Of Children, Training Delivery, and Feedback Provision. Preferred (not required): Strong Communication Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Exceptional Customer ServiceSafe Environment ManagementActive Play FacilitationEngagement of ChildrenTraining DeliveryFeedback ProvisionCoachingCasting Interviewing HiringInventory ManagementOrdering SuppliesToy and Equipment MaintenanceStrong Communication Skills

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED2 Years Day Care Lead Teacher Experience2 Years Supervisory or Management ExperienceKids Frontline Training and Kids Manager CertificationFirst Aid CertificationInfant/Child and Adult CPR/AED CertificationAbility to Frequently Lift Up to 10 PoundsAbility to Occasionally Lift Up to 50 PoundsBachelor's Degree in Related Field or Early Childhood Education CertificateExperience Working With Children

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full job description

Position Summary

The Lead-Kids is responsible for the operations of the Kids Academy while upholding Life Time’s Mission and Vision Statements through the Healthy Way of Life Principles. They deliver the highest level of customer service, management, and consistency to both Members and Team Members. They work alongside Team Members to ensure the best experience for our junior members with a focus on safety, active play and engagement while upholding the fulfillment of Life Time's Mission Statement.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • Provides exceptional customer service and a safe, clean, and friendly environment for Members and Guests

  • Promotes and markets club and kids programs and activities as needed

  • Manages payroll within budgetary guidelines while making recommendations to General Manager.

  • Manages and supports the Kids team members by providing ongoing training, giving feedback, and coaching

  • Participates in the casting, interviewing, and hiring of Kids Team Members

  • Completes inventory and orders and maintains supplies, toys and equipment in Kids Spaces

Position Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED

  • 2 years of experience in day care setting as a lead teacher or two consecutive summers of camp experience with increased responsibility

  • 2 years of supervisory or management experience

  • Successfully complete and pass all Kids Frontline Training and Kids Manager Certification

  • First Aid certification, Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire

  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

​ Preferred Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or Early Childhood Education Certificate

  • Experience working with children

  • The ability to engage a group of children in an activity

  • Customer service and strong communication skills

Pay This is an hourly position with wages starting at $26.00 and pays up to $34.50, based on experience and qualifications. This position is also eligible for incentive pay based on business performance.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

  • A fully subsidized membership

  • Discounts on Life Time products and services

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)

  • Training and professional development

  • Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

  • Short term and long term disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans

  • Parental leave and adoption assistance

  • Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave

  • Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

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