The Salvation Army USA Central Territory
Location
Quincy, Illinois
Salary
$15 / HOUR
Supervise and engage children ages 6 months to 7 years in a safe, welcoming drop-in childcare environment. Maintain a clean area and communicate effectively with parents regarding their children's needs and routines.
Prior experience working with children is preferred, along with a passion for nurturing young children. Candidates should have basic knowledge of child safety and be willing to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications.
Create a safe place for play so families can thrive together.
The Quincy Kroc Center is seeking caring, dependable individuals to serve as Child Watch Attendants in Huck's Hideout, our drop-in childcare space available to Kroc Center members. In this role, you'll help provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children ages 6 months through 7 years, giving parents peace of mind while they enjoy the Kroc Center's programs and facilities.
If you love working with young children and enjoy supporting families, this is a meaningful opportunity to make a difference every day.
Huck's Hideout plays an important role in supporting families at the Kroc Center by offering quality, short-term childcare in a warm and structured setting. As a Child Watch Attendant, you help create positive early experiences for children while supporting parents' wellness, community connection, and self-care. Your presence helps ensure families feel welcomes, supported, and confident leaving their children in our care.
Position Type: Part-time, working up to 19 hours/week
$15.00/hour
Schedule: Flexible scheduling with a strong need for evening and weekend availability
Child Watch Attendants provide attentive supervision and age-appropriate engagement for children in a drop-in childcare environment. This role focuses on safety, positive interaction, cleanliness, and communication - creating a space where children feel secure and parents feel at ease.
Employee Benefits & Perks
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The Quincy Kroc Center redefines what a community center can be. It brings together a center of worship, performance venue, aquatics center, fitness and recreation spaces, classrooms, and special event facilities all under one roof.
Through programs like Huck's Hideout, the Kroc Center provides families with support, connection, and opportunity - helping transform lives and strengthen our community.
Ready to Help Create a Safe Place for Play?
If you enjoy working with young children and want flexible, meaningful part-time work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help support families at the Quincy Kroc Center.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, minorities, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice systems, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please call Dylan Altmix, Human Resources Assistant, at 217-231-5655.
*The Salvation Army work sites are Drug & Alcohol Free Workplaces, and are totally free of the use, possession or working under the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.
*The Salvation Army, as a church, is exempt from participation in federal and state unemployment insurance programs. Upon termination, employees are not eligible for Unemployment Compensation.
Market context
Child Watch Attendant roles in Illinois often appeal to employers serving families, so demand can be steady where childcare support is tied to fitness, community, or recreation settings. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already have child-care experience, understand basic safety practices, and are willing to earn First Aid and CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then highlight any hands-on experience with young children in your application.