Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Pay Rate (Hourly): $17
Overview
The JCC Kids Group Leader is responsible for providing a developmentally appropriate learning experience for the children in their care. Group leaders engage with children, plan and run activities, understand and follow licensing and sanitation standards, maintain an engaging and safe learning environment, and model appropriate behavior for children and junior staff.
What You’ll Do
- Provide constant/appropriate supervision of a group of 10-25 school age children, and take care of their welfare, health, and safety
- Engage in positive, developmentally appropriate interactions with children while setting appropriate boundaries, providing active listening, problem solving, and positive redirection
- Tailor classroom activities to children’s needs and interests
- Foster strong classroom community by helping children develop empathy and conflict resolution skills
- Maintain the classroom space to provide safe and engaging learning opportunities that encourage children’s participation and comply with licensing and sanitation requirements
- Ensure compliance with all current NC and DCDEE guidelines within the classroom and outdoors
- Participate in JCC All Staff Meetings
- Attend any required in-service trainings on an annual basis
- All childcare staff are required to participate in professional development, ranging from 5-20 hours, depending on education level, as well as required trainings (BSAC, CPR/First Aid, RRSCM)
- Model appropriate behavior for children, junior staff, and new Group Leaders
- Respect for and implementation of JCC values and mission
- Willingness and ability to learn and teach through a Jewish lens
What We’re Looking For
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience supervising children in a group setting, preferred
- Experience in Jewish studies, preferred
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with children, parents, and peers
- NC Qualifying Letter (before start date) and CPR/First Aid certification (within 90 days of hire)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to be actively moving for majority of the shift
- Walk 1-mile round trip daily
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Part-time employees enjoy paid holidays, PTO/sick days, one floating holiday, free counseling services through EAN, discounted tuition at the JCC’s 5-star early childhood and school aged programs, membership at our state-of-the-art aquatics center, and complimentary use of meeting spaces. You’ll join a collaborative team that’s been building community in Asheville for more than 80 years.
How to Apply
HR Email: hr@jcc-asheville.org
To apply, email HR at the email above. An automated email will be sent to you with a link to the official JCC application form. You’ll be able to attach your resume and cover letter directly through that form.
The full job description will be provided during the interview process.
