What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Assistant position at A Families Helping Hand Daycare?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Daycare Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will support the daily operations of our daycare facility, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children. This role is essential in fostering children's growth and development through play-based learning and structured activities.
Duties
- Assist in the supervision of children in a daycare setting, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- Implement daily activities that promote physical, emotional, and social development.
- Support children with special needs by applying appropriate behavior management techniques.
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress and any concerns.
- Help prepare snacks and meals, adhering to dietary guidelines as necessary.
- Participate in training sessions and staff meetings to enhance skills and knowledge related to early childhood education.
Skills
- Knowledge of childhood development principles and practices.
- Experience in classroom management to create a positive learning atmosphere.
- Familiarity with first aid procedures to ensure the safety of all children.
- Background in early childhood education or related fields is preferred.
- Ability to provide toddler care with patience and understanding.
- Skills in babysitting or similar roles that demonstrate child care experience.
- Understanding of behavior management techniques to support children's emotional needs.
- Experience working with children requiring special education services is a plus.
Join our team as a Daycare Assistant, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $15.75 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Niagara Falls, NY 14301 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Niagara Falls, NY 14301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $16