Childcare Provider (Whitefish Mountain Resort) - Winter
$33,280–$37,440 year
On-siteWhitefish, Montana, United States
Job Summary
Transition children into the facility, engage them in activities, and manage up to 40 daily clients across various age groups. Provide quality childcare by diapering, potty training, and instructing kids in social, physical, and intellectual growth. Take reservations, record allergies and special instructions, and facilitate integration with the Ski & Ride School. Maintain a respectful attitude, use appropriate disciplinary tactics, and ensure play areas remain presentable. Work in the Kids Center at the Base Lodge, reporting to the Supervisor and Team Leads. Full-time, part-time, or intermittent seasonal roles are available from December through early-April.
Required Qualifications
- Acceptable information regarding criminal history background (Post offer – Pre hire)
- Lift items weighing 20 pounds repeatedly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Climb stairs to access the workspace
- Bend, stoop, and stretch repeatedly
- Work at a desk/computer workstation for medium periods of time (1-2 hours)
- Maintain good working relationships with all departments, especially: Ski and Ride School - Management, Sales Staff, and Instructors
- Maintain good working relationships with all departments, especially: Rental and Retail Teams
Desired Qualifications
- Previous childcare experience preferred, not required
- Desire and ability to provide quality care to children of all ages and find it rewarding and enjoyable
- Demonstrate positive communication skills with clients and fellow workers
- Demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of infants', toddlers', and children's behaviors and basic needs
- Use appropriate disciplinary tactics with children, with kindness and respect
- Diaper and/or potty train children according to age levels and day care standards and safety regulations
- Keep the play area presentable at all times and report needed supplies to the manager
- Instruct children in activities designed to promote social, physical, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual growth
- Understand daily lesson products and local Jr Programs
- Help get kids dressed for lessons and escort them to the meeting area as needed
- Assist others in working towards common goals, work as a cooperative team member, and be reliable to other team members
- Answer all questions regarding child care or direct them to the appropriate person if unable to answer
- Demonstrate patience in stressful situations
- Adapt to unexpected events
- Complete responsibilities within the given time frame
- Take responsibility for self-development
- Support the mission and principles of WSI
- Follow the dress codes and established rules and regulations of the WSI handbook and the Kids Center Manual
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