Before & After School Childcare Assistant

Job Details Job Location: Samena Club - Bellevue, WA 98007 Position Type: Part Time Salary Range: $18.00 - $28.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Category: Education Schedule Positions available up to 20 hours per week, with potential for more hours seasonally during the summer. Weekdays 6:30am-9:15am and/or 2:30pm–6:45pm Wednesday’s schedule is 12:30–6:45pm Staff meeting monthly outside of regular hours (typically before afternoon shift begins) Benefits Employee discounts for programs and services Professional development assistance Free club membership Responsibilities Lead and assist daily activities for youth, including indoor and outdoor games, arts & crafts, and free swim time. Drive school-age children in a 15-passenger van up to 5 hours a week from Samena to local schools and safely drive them back to our facility. Aid in the development and implementation of new, fun and educational activities. Nurture, care for and build strong personal relationships with each child. Maintain a positive, safe and healthy environment. Assist with special programs and club events, such as Non-School Day Camp and Kids Night Out. Handle minor youth conflicts using appropriate behavior management and child development techniques. Help maintain neat and clean environment according to Samena and state licensing standards. Maintain good standing in MERIT by following all state licensing requirements. Attend monthly staff meeting. Qualifications 21 years old or older High school diploma or GED Experience in childcare Valid Washington State driver’s license 5‑year clean driving record Ability to pass or provide proof of a clear portable background check CPR/First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens certification Proof of negative TB test Proof of MMR vaccine or proof of immunity Washington State Food Handler’s Permit 30 hours STARS/Child Care Basics training certification 10 hours STARS professional development certification, annually Training provided and/or paid for by Samena. Skills Self‑motivated with a professional demeanor and strong work ethic Collaborative team player with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Able to work with a diverse population and maintain confidentiality Comfortable mediating conflicts between students positively and professionally Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with staff, children, and families via written incident reports and in‑person exchanges Able to pivot and solve problems using critical thinking and creativity About Us Samena Swim & Recreation Club is a family‑friendly nonprofit membership organization that has been serving East Bellevue for more than 60 years. We provide high‑quality programs and services to our members and guests year‑round. Our facility includes a fitness room, playground, classrooms, tennis courts, a seasonal wading pool, a year‑round 25‑yard, 6‑lane outdoor pool and a year‑round 25‑meter, 6‑lane indoor pool. We encourage individuals of all cultures and communities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Samena Club