Jay Peak Resort
Childcare Aide/Trainee - Winter 2024/25
Childcare - Jay, VT - Seasonal
PART-TIME or FULL-TIME | SEASONAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE
This is where we’re supposed to give you a quick introduction about working at Jay Peak. Except there’s nothing quick about what your experiences will be or what our expectations are. In summary, we will expect you to work hard, to help fellow teammates, to service the guest and to have fun. In return, we will pay you fairly, let you know (and more importantly make you feel) that you are valued, and, if you’re so inclined, work with you to help create a career. Still interested? Keep reading.
The Childcare Aide/Trainee assists in providing care for children between the ages of six weeks and twelve years in the childcare center for the guests and employees of Jay Peak Resort.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)
- Follows all center based and preschool licensing requirements, policies, and procedures.
- Follows all the Center’s policies, and procedures.
- Always supervises children and ensure safety.
- Displays the ability to communicate in a professional manner treating staff, children, and families with dignity, respect, and a friendly matter.
- Actively engages children in reading, games, creative play, painting, drawing, songs, and similar activities.
- Uses positive guidance and behavioral management.
- Supports transition times.
- Assists in diapering and toileting.
- Assists in serving meals and snacks.
- Cleans, sanitizes, and organizes facility daily.
- Promotes best hygiene practices for self and children.
- Maintains daily tracking sheets-infant feeding, diaper changes, daily health checks.
- Other duties as assigned which may be directly related/unrelated to original position.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- A classroom aide is at least eighteen (18) years of age, is able to comprehend basic written format, and meets one (1) of the following qualifications:
- At least a high school graduate or has completed a GED and completes the Fundamentals for Early Childhood Professionals’ course or the Vermont Afterschool Essentials Certificate within the first twelve (12) months of employment; or
- At least a high school graduate or has completed a GED and successful completion of a three (3) college credit course in child or human development or in school age care and education within the first twelve (12) months of employment.
- Must learn to use WhenToWork software and manage a BFIS account
- Must maintain continuing education credits as required by Vermont Licensing Regulations
- Must be able to work flexible hours as needed which may involve weekends, evenings and/or holidays, and with all age groups
WHY WORK AT JAY PEAK?
We’re a team of good-natured folks at the heart and soul of a growing resort community. Our co-workers are our friends, so we happily go the extra mile for each other and our guests. We’re rewarded fairly for our collective efforts and encouraged to pursue individual goals. We’re a family, one that gets to choose its members. We strive for an authentic, community driven Resort that derives its vitality from the on-mountain experience, respect for its history & what has come before it, and its employees whose energy and spirit are its foundation. It’s not for everyone but we’re not looking for everyone-we’re looking for you.
IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL GET
- Wage starting at $17.00 per hour
- Paid Sick Time
- 401k program with employer match after 9 months of employment
- FREE or deeply discounted season passes for you and your dependents
- Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)
- Seasonal employee parties
- Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties
- For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here
Jay Peak Resort is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Jay Peak Resort will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, or for a full listing of all physical demands/requirements, working conditions, environment, and all other ability qualifications for this role please contact the Human Resources office at 802-327-2183 or hr@jaypeakresort.com.
