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Thank you for your interest in joining the JCC team! The J is currently accepting applications for the positions listed below. If you wish to be considered for one of our openings please specify the position for which you are applying and submit your resume, cover letter, salary expectations, and application.

The JCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the e-Verify Program.

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JCC Opportunities:

Full Time:

Early Childhood Teachers

Part Time:

Camp Counselors

Personal Trainers

Customer Service Professionals

KidZone Babysitters

Aerobics, Pilates, Yoga and Spin Instructors

Lifeguards, Swim Instructors and Swim Coaches

Substitute CDL Driver

Substitute Teachers

Early Childhood Teachers
The JCC has openings for Early Childhood Teachers to join the team at our Creve Coeur location. These full time positions include benefits. There are immediate needs in our Infant/Toddler classroom; however, assignments will vary based on center needs.

The J’s Early Childhood Program is an “Ethical Start School” accredited by the State of Missouri and licensed by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. We provide care for children ages 6 weeks – 5 years of age in a safe, warm, nurturing environment that helps children feel good about themselves and the world around them. Our program operates from 7am to 6pm, Monday - Friday. Applicants should have flexibility to work within our operating schedule.

Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver curriculum for assigned class
Schedule, prepare and conduct parent teacher conferences for your class.
Set up, take down and clean classroom as necessary.
Follow all Missouri licensure and JCC guidelines in the course of your work.
Perform anecdotal record keeping, for example, daily observations, injury reports, parent inquiries, etc.
Communicate professionally with parents and coworkers. Maintain a professional attitude at all times.
Communicate and interact appropriately with children
Attend in-service workshops, conferences, staff meetings, and special events as required.
Earn 12 continuing education credits per year.
Incumbent in the position is required to become First Aid and CPR certified upon hire (training provided) and certification must be kept current.
Maintain a neat and clean appearance
Be punctual and maintain good attendance
Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum age of 18
High School Diploma (or GED) required.
Minimum of 60 hours college credit and/or CDA (Child Development Associate) is required for full time.
College degree in Education or related field is preferred
Prior experience working with children is preferred.
Prior education experience is preferred.
Must be proficient with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Strong written and oral communications skills
Demonstrated customer service skills
Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
Must possess strong organizational skills and ability to multi task in a dynamic environment.
Able to physically stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel and lift children up to 50lbs.
Able to accompany children outside to playground, to gym class, and to swim class (teachers are in the water)

Teachers are required to become registered with the MO Family Care Registry. Active registration must be maintained for employment at our center.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter, including salary history. Back to top

Camp Counselors
We have openings at the Jewish Community Center of St. Louis for Camp Counselors in our 2010 Summer Day Camp program. These seasonal positions are available at both locations, Creve Coeur and Chesterfield. Most camps run for 9 weeks, June 7-August 6. Our caring and enthusiastic counselors participate along with campers in a variety of activities: swimming, outdoor activities, crafts, drama, sports and nature.

Duties include:

Attendance at mandatory orientation June 2-4, 2010
Provide quality customer service at all times
Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving
Help each participant meet camp goals established for camper development
Guide group/individual campers to participate successfully in all aspects of camp activities
Assist in teaching or leading activities as needed or as assigned
Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures; apply appropriate behavior management techniques
Attend all staff meetings throughout the summer
Maintain good attendance
Follow all camp rules and regulations

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of 16 years of age by June 1st, exception:
- Counselor in Training must be entering 10th grade
Previous camp or childcare experience essential
Auditory, visual, ambulatory, cognitive, communications and physical ability to complete major tasks at camp
Ability to relate to and communicate with one’s peer group, parents, as well as to campers’ age and skill levels
Ability to accept guidance and supervision
Ability to assist in teaching an activity; specialized knowledge required for sports and arts camps
Ability to assist campers in emergency situations; including fire, evacuation, illness or injury
Good character, integrity and adaptability
Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self control
Past Judaic experiences preferred

To apply, please complete and submit the Camp Counselor application. Back to top

Personal Trainers
The JCC has openings for Personal Trainers at both of our locations (Chesterfield and Creve Coeur). These part time positions are for early morning and/or late evening timeslots.

Job Duties:

Develop and administer safe and effective goal oriented fitness programs, which have been approved by the JCC and/or the approved national fitness certification agencies.
Provide superior customer service and provide for the safety and well being of our members.
Establish and maintain client database.
Develop personal networks and effective interpersonal relationships with our members.
Prospect, build and retain personal training clients.
Record and file all member data and workout information.
Process fitness center sales in accordance with JCC protocol.
Develop further knowledge in health and fitness, including, but not limited to, the training provided by the JCC.
Follow and enforce JCC policies and procedures
Be familiar with and able to discuss with patrons the programs and equipment available at the JCC.
Maintain payroll and session tracking sheets in a neat orderly fashion according to company protocol.
Attend all mandatory meetings.
Correct ineffective and incorrect techniques when observed or asked.
Generate member Success Stories.
Present personal training and all programs of the JCC to members and demonstrate the value of these programs.
Re-rack all weights and assists in maintaining a neat, organized and clean workout area and fitness center, by keeping the exterior surfaces of the equipment clean.
Adjust and operate all fitness equipment, cardio theatre, television and any other items in the fitness facility to meet our customer’s needs.
Comply with safety, courtesy and dress code policies.
Assist with fitness center promotions where applicable.
All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Must have a current CPR/AED/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer. If there is no expiration date on the Certification it will be considered expired one year from the date of issuance.
Personal Trainers must have a current nationally recognized Personal Training Certification (NSCA, NASM, ACSM or ACE).
Degree in a related field (i.e. Sports Medicine, Exercise Physiology, and Biomechanics) is preferred.
At least six months prior experience is required.
Demonstrated active listening and oral communication skills.
Able to communicate concisely, both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of a variety of personal training techniques, programs, and principles of physical fitness and exercise technique.
An understanding of the principles of salesmanship.
Proven ability to prospect, build and retain personal training clients.
Ability to deal effectively with a diverse client group
Must be able to perform the physical effort required to carry out daily duties: lifting weights of at least 50 lbs, bending, squatting, spotting and reaching.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter, including salary history. Back to top

Customer Service Professionals
We have openings at the JCC for great Customer Service professionals to join our Membership, Fitness and Spa teams.

These part time positions available at our Chesterfield and Creve Coeur locations. Prior customer service experience required. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently, strong written and verbal communications skills, and computer skills required.

Day, Evening and Weekend Hours Available.