Fitness Center Childcare Coordinator

5 days ago

Lake Forest, IL, United States City of Lake Forest, IL Full time
Salary: $20.00 Hourly
Location : Lake Forest, IL
Job Type: Temporary
Department: Recreation Department
Division: Recreation
Opening Date: 10/08/2025

Description
We are seeking a caring, responsible, and energetic coordinator to provide safe and attentive childcare services for members and guests of our Fitness Center. The coordinator will oversee children in our designated childcare area (Kids Kottage) while parents/guardians participate in fitness classes or facility activities. This role also requires managing parent payment accounts, daily schedule and supplies.

Examples of Duties

  • Process and keep note of all parent account payment and balances
  • Supervise children in the childcare room, ensuring a safe, positive, and engaging environment.
  • Greet parents/guardians and check children in/out according to established procedures.
  • Monitor and interact with children through age-appropriate games, activities, and play.
  • Maintain a clean and organized childcare space, including sanitizing toys and equipment.
  • Respond calmly and quickly to any emergency or behavioral situation, following facility protocols.
  • Communicate effectively with parents/guardians about any concerns or incidents.
  • Adhere to all safety and security policies of the Fitness Center.
Qualifications
  • Minimum age: 18+
  • Prior childcare, babysitting, camp counselor, or teaching assistant experience strongly preferred.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire).
  • Friendly, patient, and dependable, with strong communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple children of varying ages in a group setting.
Supplemental Information

Schedule & Compensation
  • Part-time position: hours vary based on fitness class and facility schedule.
  • Weekday morning availability a must.
  • Compensation: $20/hour.
Benefits
  • Complimentary Fitness Center membership.
  • Opportunities for growth and additional responsibilities within the Recreation Department.
  • Paid PTO

No benefits are associated with this position.

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