Activities Attendant

Job Summary

The Activities Attendant is responsible for providing a safe, fun, and engaging environment for all participants. This role involves supervising children, leading age-appropriate activities, and ensuring each child feels welcomed, included, and cared for while participating in the scheduled activity or event.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise children and ensure their safety and well-being at all times
• Lead fun, creative, and age-appropriate activities (games, crafts, sports, etc)
• Engage positively with children and encourage participation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment
• Follow all child safeguarding policies and procedures
• Assist with daily check-in/check-out procedures and attendance records
• Communicate politely and professionally with parents/guardians and team members
• Observe children’s behavior and report any concerns or incidents to the supervisor
• Support special events, themed days, group activities and other family and children’s activities
• Encourage, recruit, register and schedule guests to participate in recreational activities
• Promote a fun and engaging atmosphere for guests
• Maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment

Job Requirements

• Experience working with children in a group setting
• Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic personality
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage groups of children and resolve minor conflicts
• Basic knowledge of child development and play-based learning
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) and all additional assigned training courses
• Ability to work outside all day and during extreme weather

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in childcare, camps, schools, or recreational programs preferred

Essential Job Function

• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Active role involving standing, playing, and supervising children