Life Time

Kids Assistant Lead

451 Rolls Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102

Full-time

First seen by offpeak October 10, 2026

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Position Summary

Responsible for the safety, engagement and the overall operations of the Academy/Child Center while upholding Life Time’s Mission and Vision Statements. Delivers the highest level of customer service, management, and consistency to both Members and Team Members. Partners with the Kids Manager and Team Members to ensure the best experience is offered for our junior members while in the Academy/Child Center and kids programming/events.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Provides exceptional customer service and a safe, clean, and friendly environment for Members and Guests
Promotes and assists Kids Manager in preparing for events/programming along with marketing and driving participation numbers and revenue
Manages the Academy/Child Center payroll within budgetary guidelines while making recommendations as needed to the Kids Manager
Manages and supports the Kids team members by providing ongoing training, giving feedback, and coaching
Completes the casting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of kids team members
Completes inventory and assists in ordering and maintaining supplies, toys and equipment wihin the Academy/Child Center and for Events and Programming

Position Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
2 years of experience teaching or working in a children’s program
2 years of experience in day care setting as a lead teacher or two consecutive summers of camp experience with increased responsibility
2 years of supervisory/management experience
Successfully complete and pass Kids On-Demand Certifications before 1st day of work
First Aid certification, Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED certification required within the first 60 days of hire
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

 Preferred Requirements

Experience working with children
The ability to engage a group of children in an activity
Customer service and strong communication skills

Pay

This is an hourly position with wages starting at $19.75 and pays up to $26.50, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:

A fully subsidized membership
Discounts on Life Time products and services
401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
Training and professional development
Paid sick leave where required by law

Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short term and long term disability insurance
Life insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold

Life Time may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. Ultimate employment decisions are subject to human review and oversight. Life Time does not use AI in a manner that would have the effect of subjecting applicants to discrimination on the basis of protected classes or proxies or for engaging in any protected activity under applicable law.

Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.