BRING YOUR PASSION TO OUR MISSION The YMCA achieves its mission one person at a time. The greatest source of energy for the YMCA is our staff. Our staff contribute to the advancement of the YMCA’s vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities. Our staff creates an environment where everyone aspires to be their best.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT Here at the Y, we believe that a healthier and stronger community emerges when everyone has the opportunity to cultivate and nurture a healthy mind, body and spirit. Our core values are honesty, respect, responsibility and caring--they guide everything we do. Together we ensure that everyone across age, ability, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, income, language, national origin, race, religion or sexual orientation has access to resources to reach their full potential.

To apply for a position, fill out the interactive form here: Employment Application. Applications are also available at our Welcome Center desk.

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Part time hourly rate based off experience and certification. Must be certified by Personal Trainer Certification through a nationally accredited organization including, but not limited to NETA, NASM, ACE, ACSM, AEA.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Personal Trainer follows the YMCA of the USA Health and Fitness guidelines and is responsible for planning and leading a range of individualized or group exercise/activity sessions for clients in a fitness specialty area. They perform a variety of fitness programs that are both educational and motivational and provide guidance on ways to support healthy lifestyles and healthy lifestyle changes. The Personal Trainer also provides customer service which promotes member wellness in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures and creates a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment. This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, implement, and instruct a variety of personal training and group training sessions for clients at an appropriate level and in the appropriate modality based on clients wants, needs, and ability. Provide encouragement and expertise for the client in support of their health and well-being goals.

• Administer, track, and evaluate health history questionnaires, fitness assessments, and other preparticipation documentation with regard to individual exercise programs.

• Adhere to all guidelines and expectations as outlined in the Northfield Area Family YMCA Employee Handbook which includes but is not limited to providing safe classes and sessions and responding to and reporting any accidents or incidents.

• Educates members in proper use of equipment.

• Provides a cohesive approach to customer service and training that directly impacts the participant’s commitment and personal growth.

• Maintains client list and records as required by the Program Director.

• Maintain required CECs and national certifications.

• Follow Wellness Floor or Pool expectations when not scheduled for personal training, group training, or performing a consultation.

Welcome Center Customer Service Representative

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Reports to: Membership Director

Starting Wage:$11/hour Part Time

Job Description: Under the supervision of the Membership Director, the Welcome Center Staff will provide enthusiastic, courteous, and timely service to all persons using the YMCA facility upon opening. The Welcome Center Staff will respond to member and guest needs, promote memberships and programs and maintain cleanliness and organization of the lobby area. Basic computer and secretarial skills are a must. Any candidate will need to be self motivated and independent. An exceptional understanding of member service needs is necessary to be successful in this position.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 4pm-8pm Saturdays: 7am-1pm or 12pm-6pm Part Time Hours include evenings and weekends, not to exceed 29 hours.

Building Supervisor

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Delivers excellent service to all members, guests, and program participants. Responds to member and guest needs, promotes memberships, and programs, and maintains cleanliness and organization of the YMCA.

-Part time position, shifts are evenings and weekends.

-Reports to Membership Director

-Wage: $15/hr

Qualifications:

1. Certifications required within 60 days of hire: CPR/AED, and First Aid.

2. Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.

3. Ability to report and record maintenance requests.

4. Ability to report and record incidents.

5. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds.

6. Previous customer service, sales or related experience.

Physical Demands:

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position.

Childwatch Staff

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Reports to: Membership Director

Starting Wage:$10/ hour Part Time

Job Description: The child watch staff is a member of the team who works under the supervision of the Membership Director. The child watch staff is responsible for keeping children safe while in their care which includes but is not limited to learning activities and play, feeding and toileting.

Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-11:30am & 4pm-7pm Saturdays:8:30am-11:30am Part Time Hours include evenings and weekends, not to exceed 29 hours.

Do you love the water? Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of the patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies and enforcing pool rules. Put your skills to work at the Y! 

Also Hiring for the outdoor pools we manage:
Horicon Aquatic Center, Waupun Family Aquatic Center, Fox Lake Aquatic Center, Lomira Pool, and Crystal Lake Beach.

Starting: $10-$12/hour 
Hours per week: Part-time hourly / Seasonal hourly
Work Days: Shifts availabe Monday though Sunday

Requirements: Lifeguard certification is preferred, but we are willing to train the right individual. Applicants must be 15 years or older.

Love to swim? Love kids? Share your love of the water by teaching swim lessons at the Y! Employees are eligible for a Free YMCA membership and discounts on programs! Child Watch is also available to employees for FREE during lesson times.

Wage Scale: $11-$12/hour based on experience

Lesson Times:
  Tuesday & Thursday Mornings, 9:00-11:00 AM
  Tuesday Evenings, 4:30-7:30 PM
  Thursday Evenings, 4:30-7:30 PM
  Saturday Mornings, 8:00-11:00 AM

Requirements: Water Safety Instructor certification is preferred. Applicants must be 16 years or older.

Love to swim? Love kids? Share your love of the water by coaching the Dodge County Sea Dragon's swim team at the Y! Employees are eligible for a Free YMCA membership and discounts on programs! Child Watch is also available to employees for FREE during practice times.

Wage Scale: $13/hour based on experience

Practice Times:
  Monday - Thursday, 5:00-6:30 PM

Requirements: Experience with competitive swimming is preferred. Must be able to commit to a minimum of two nights a week and a minimum of 1 meet per month. Applicants must be 18 years or older.

Do you enjoy working with children? Are you looking to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children before and after school hours? We want you! We are looking for School Age Child Care Teachers to join our team in creating a positive and fun program for kids to thrive in before and after school hours. 

Minimum Requirements: 

• Dedication to the YMCA, good work ethic and the ability to work independently
• Current State of Wisconsin mandated qualification
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification or within 30 days of hire
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a minimum of 80 hours of Early Childhood classes OR completed at least 3 credits in Elementary Education, or Child Guidance, or Child Development
• Minimum of 80 days experience working in a childcare/school setting
• Must meet all requirements and be familiar with state licensing guidelines and requirements

Starting Wage: $15/hour based on experience
Hours per week: Part-time hourly 
Work Days: Shifts available Monday though Friday 6:30am - start of school and end of school to 5:45pm; plus school day's off

Location(s):

• Beaver Dam Unified School District
• Meadow View Primary
• Horicon Elementary

Requirements: CPR/First Aid certification is preferred, but we are willing to train the right individual. Applicants must be 18 years or older.

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Full-time position (Beaver Dam)

Part-time position (Waupun)

Part-time (Horicon)

Part-time Substitute/On Call

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This full-time position is a combination of 4K Teacher and Summer Camp Coordinator/Supervisor.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
• Wisconsin DPI Teaching License
• Wisconsin Registry Level 12 or higher
• CPR & First Aid
• TB Test & Physical within first 2 weeks of hire
• Fingerprinting & Background Check

Starting Wage: $22.66 - $27.29 per hour/hour based on experience

4K Teacher:

General Statement of Duties:

The purpose of the 4 year-old kindergarten (4K) teacher is to work in collaboration with the Beaver Dam Unified School District to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children that enriches their social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development. The 4K Teacher plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities. The Teacher will also follow WI-DCF regulations as the program is held in a group childcare center. Though much of the programs centers around play, the main purpose of the 4K program is to prepare young children for kindergarten.

Principal Activities:

• Arrives at scheduled time
• Follow scheduled hours as determined by the Director.
• Plans and implements a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on the standards set forth by the Beaver Dam Unified School District and the YMCA of Dodge County.
• Follows the DCF 251 Licensing Rules for Group Child Care Centers.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Implements the policies set forth by the Beaver Dam Unified School District.
• Supervises and mentors assistants and volunteers.
• Supervise and guide children safely in their development
• Maintain a developmentally appropriate, safe, healthy environment
• Meets the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive needs of each child.
• Plans and participates in staff meetings, parent/teacher conferences, professional development and family involvement opportunities.
• Participates in Individual Education Plans (IEP's) for referred children.
• Collaborates and works cooperatively with Beaver Dam Unified School District special education teachers and other YMCA partners.
• Problem solves issues, concerns, incidents and reports to supervisor with possible solutions.
• Communicates with parents, keeps all interactions positive and is considerate to the feelings of children and parents.
• Attend state required continuing education, and in-services.
• Aid in the upkeep and cleanliness of the facility by performing routine cleaning duties including but not limited to proper table washing, disinfecting, and sanitizing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb steps, crouch, or kneel; use hand and fingers; read, talk, and hear; and make sound discussions.

Camp Coordinator & School Site Supervisor:

General Statement of Duties:

Oversees Camp Exploration & School’s Day Out programs. Develops, organizes, implements, and leads camp activities, supervises staff, monitors YMCA and state policy and procedures, interacts effectively with staff, parents and supervisor, and fosters individual growth and development of the children at the YMCA enrolled in School’s Day Out & Summer Day Camp.

Principal Activities:

• Oversees staff on a day-to-day basis during Summer Day Camp.
• Recognizes and maintains proper staff to child ratios daily.
• Creates and maintains weekly/daily rosters for attendance.
• Records daily attendance of children and staff.
• Oversees that staff and children adhere to daily schedule.
• Oversees daily pool time for each camp group.
• Provide daily updates for School Age Director.
• Support staff when working with behavioral issues with children.
• Support School Age Director when working with parents.
• Main point of contact for staff issues.
• Maintains high standards for safety.
• Recruits, trains, develops, and coaches summer day camp staff and volunteers as needed to ensure adequate and quality supervision of children and effective implementation of quality activities and programs.
• Supports School Age Director in reviewing and evaluating summer day camp staff.
• Assists School Age Director in creating and maintaining staff and child files.
• Support School Age Director in curriculum development in months leading up to camp, a minimum of 5 hours per week required to be spent on summer camp planning during the school year.
• Plans, implements, and schedules School’s Day Out, Winter Break and Spring Break programs.
• Regularly visits multiple school sites to ensure proper licensing standards are being met
• Other duties as assigned by School Age Director or Child Care Director

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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Join our team of Summer Camp Counselors and have the best summer ever! Make a difference in campers’ lives! This position will supervise and facilitate the daily activities of a group of day campers. Staff and campers will take weekly field trips on Fridays to area venues. Training provided for camp including behavior management, program planning, and camp procedures. Must commit to being a positive role model to all campers in your care!  

Wage Scale: $12.00/hour up to 40 hrs per week (Seasonal Position) 
Hours per week: Mon-Fri 6:30am to 5:45pm - daily scheduled hours will vary

Receive a FREE YMCA membership for duration of Summer Camp 

Child Care Center is open from 6:00AM - 6:00PM
Work Days: Varies Monday - Friday

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in working with children (camp, coaching, teaching, babysitting, etc) strongly preferred but not required
• Must have CPR/First Aid/CPR – Will train if needed  
• Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Syndrome Training – will provide training  
• Willingness and desire to work outdoors for up to 10 hours in all weather conditions with childre

Summary:

• Supervise and engage with campers in your group, helping them have a safe and enjoyable experience. • Facilitate scheduled camp program areas in a safe and enjoyable way. Assist campers with skill-building throughout their summer. • Maintain a clean camp environment, including outdoor space, classroom, program areas and grounds. • Uphold YMCA character values (caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility) and good sportsmanship in the camp culture. • Promptly report incidents, accidents, and facility issues to Directors. • Provide a daily report on your group to the Day Camp Director. • Maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance at all times. Wear a clean Staff Shirt on Friday for Field Trips. • Arrive at work on time and prepared for the day. Ensure your group is on time for scheduled activities. • Complete duties as assigned by your supervisor or Camp Director as needed to ensure a safe and enjoyable camp experience for all participants including attending staff meetings. • Apply disciplinary needs in a manner appropriate with YMCA standards. There is a zero-tolerance policy for bullying from staff OR campers. 

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Looking for a fun, dedicated individual to join our Licensed Childcare Center. The Childcare Assistant Teacher aids in the responsibility for the education, health, welfare, and safety of our children.

Wage Scale: $9.25 to $15.00 based on experience and education
Hours per week: Part-time hourly (Up to 29 hours/week)

Child Care Center is open from 6:00AM - 6:00PM
Work Days: Varies Monday - Friday

Minimum Requirements:

• Dedication the YMCA, good work ethic, and the ability to work independently
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current State of Wisconsin mandated qualification
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Must have a minimum of 80 hours of Early Childhood classes OR completed at least 3 credits in Elementary Education, Child Guidance, or Child Development
• Minimum of 80 days experience working in a childcare/school setting
• Must meet all requirements and be familiar with DCF 251 State Licensing Guidelines and Requirements

Summary:

Be a positive role model to all participants while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Our childcare program is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the children we serve! Working at the Y is a fun environment to improve the quality of life for those in our community! Staff members receive a FREE YMCA membership and discounts on childcare and programs! Come join us at the YMCA!

Reports To: Facility & Property Director

Hours: 7:00-10:00pm Monday – Friday, some weekends, not to exceed 29 hours

Starting Wage: $10.00 per hour based on experience. Staff members receive a FREE YMCA membership and discounts on YMCA programs.  Come join us at the YMCA! 

Job Summary: This position is responsible for a variety of custodial and maintenance tasks within the YMCA and the grounds around the facility. These tasks will range from cleaning the facility and possibly maintenance. This position is responsible to conduct these tasks in a professional manner and of the highest standards not only for the benefit of the facility but also to the benefit of the members and other staff. This position is part-time. Hours are variable and are not to exceed 29 hours per week.

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