ABOUT WESTGATE RESORTS

Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, Westgate has resorts in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, Missouri, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. Westgate meets every vacation expectation, for every family, for every budget. As we continue growing, we will continue offering the best and most-affordable vacation options out there!

About Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Spa:
Adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most-visited national park in the country, Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Spa in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, provides an amazing work environment with refreshing mountain breezes and spectacular views of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. As a member of the Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort team, you will meet and engage with guests who have arrived to enjoy all the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer and help them experience our world-class amenities such as the state-of-the-art Wild Bear Falls water park.

DUTIES

• To assist and work with children in an inclusive, developmentally appropriate environment.
• Maintain log of children being checked in and out of the Kids Club.
• Prepare Kids Club according to weekly plans of care.
• Follow Daily Schedule.
• Develop and Implement appropriate activities for the children.
• Supervise children at all times for safety and health concerns.
• Arrange and Maintain classroom environment.
• Maintain required materials and equipment in Club. Notify Kids Club Manager of items that should be repaired or replaced.
• Actively participate in staff meetings as required.
• Participate in professional development opportunities as required.
• Share knowledge from training opportunities with other staff members.
• Serve as a role model for other staff members, as well as children.
• Work as a team member toward establishing goals.
• Notify security and ensure incident reports are complete whenever accident or injury occurs to children. Provide a signed copy to the Kids Club Manager.
• Inform the Kids Club Manager of any changes/challenges involving the operation of the Club.
• Keep count of children in Kids Club.
• Maintain order amongst the children.
• Assist all children to restroom.
• Supervise the children's snacks and refreshments.
• Maintain Food Stations in accordance with Health Department Codes.
• Make sure toys and games are clean and sanitary.
• Ensure children are supervised until parent or legal guardian shows proper I.D. and signs them out.
• Ensure that the Kids Club is opened on time in the morning and is closed properly at the end of the day, if appropriate.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, interpret and comprehend simple instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other team members of the organization.
 

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with generous company match
• Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
• Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.) 
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.