Child Watch Attendant
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Job overview
City of Lenexa is hiring a Child Watch Attendant. The City of Lenexa Parks and Recreation Department seeks a Child Watch Attendant to supervise the Kid Zone, ensure safety, and create engaging activities for young visitors, working under the Customer Service Supervisor with a focus on child well‑being and policy enforcement.
Key focus areas include Maintain visual and auditory supervision of children at all times, Plan and implement age‑appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts, and sports, and Enforce all child watch policies, rules, and facility guidelines.
Preferred (not required): Child Supervision, Activity Planning, Classroom Management, and Front Desk Operations.
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Child Watch Attendant
Department: 500008 Rec Cntr Customer Service
Location: Lenexa, KS
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The City of Lenexa Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for Child Watch Attendants. The ideal candidate has experience working with children and enjoys creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for young visitors. This position is primarily responsible for monitoring the Kid Zone child watch areas at the Recreation Center and providing short-term child watch services.
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Recreation Center Customer Service Supervisor, the Child Watch Attendant ensures the safety, well-being, and enrichment of children while in the care of Kid Zone staff. This role includes supervising children, implementing age-appropriate activities, and enforcing child watch policies.
Schedule
- This position requires availability to work primarily morning shifts for a total of 8-20 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain visual and auditory supervision of children at all times.
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Plan and implement age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts, and sports.
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Enforce all child watch policies, rules, and facility guidelines.
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Ensure a clean and safe environment in the Kid Zone area.
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Follow and enforce behavior management policies when necessary.
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Complete required paperwork for child sign-in/sign-out, accidents, and incidents.
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Assist with front desk operations, facility rentals, and special events as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Must be at least 16 years old at the time of employment.
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Previous experience working with children professionally or through volunteer work.
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Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within three months of hire.
Starting rate of pay is $15.50 per hour.
Environment and Physical Factors: This position requires physical activity, strength, and stamina to supervise and play with children. Attendants must be able to stand for long periods, lift and carry infants, and actively engage with children on the floor or in play areas. Work is performed in a busy Recreation Center environment and requires visual acuity to ensure child safety.
Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. A background check is required for applicants aged 18 and older.
To apply, complete an online application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
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