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Lead Kids

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RomeovillePosted Today

Role Overview

Life Time is hiring a Lead Kids. This is a full-time role in Romeoville. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Position Summary

The Lead-Kids is responsible for the operations of the Kids Academy while upholding Life Time’s Mission and Vision Statements through the Healthy Way of Life Principles. They deliver the highest level of customer service, management, and consistency to both Members and Team Members. They work alongside Team Members to ensure the best experience for our junior members with a focus on safety, active play and engagement while upholding the fulfillment of Life Time's Mission Statement.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • Provides exceptional customer service and a safe, clean, and friendly environment for Members and Guests

  • Promotes and markets club and kids programs and activities as needed

  • Manages payroll within budgetary guidelines while making recommendations to General Manager.

  • Manages and supports the Kids team members by providing ongoing training, giving feedback, and coaching

  • Participates in the casting, interviewing, and hiring of Kids Team Members

  • Completes inventory and orders and maintains supplies, toys and equipment in Kids Spaces

Position Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED

  • 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 or management experience

  • Successfully complete and pass all Kids Frontline Training and Kids Manager Certification

  • 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

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or Early Childhood Education Certificate

  • 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 $26.00 and pays up to $34.50, based on experience and qualifications. This position is also eligible for incentive pay based on business performance.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Lead Kids position at Life Time?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Life Time. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Lead Kids position at Life Time located?

This position is based in Romeoville. Life Time has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Lead Kids at Life Time earn?

Life Time has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Lead Kids role at Life Time posted?

This role was posted on July 24, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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