Description

Job Summary:

The Childcare Worker will perform a variety of tasks at a childcare facility or institution.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Cares for and attends to the needs of children at the facility including dressing, feeding, and monitoring their activities and playtime.

• Plans and organizes games and recreational activities for children in a group setting.

• Plans and teaches activities such as arts and crafts, designed to improve fine and gross motor skills.

• Encourages children’s emotional, social, and physical development, and positive self-concept.

• Monitors signs of emotional and developmental issues in children and notifies parents, guardians, or authorities of concerns when necessary.

• Implements developmentally appropriate disciplinary measures to maintain control in the classroom and facility.

• Teaches children personal and healthy habits such as eating, resting, and personal hygiene.

• Cleans and sanitizes toys, furniture, and play equipment.

• Maintains records on individual children including daily observations, activities, meals served, and medications administered.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills with parents, teachers, and other childcare workers.

• Ability to be patient and understanding when working with children and interacting with parents.

• Extensive knowledge of childcare principles and procedures.

• Ability to relate to children and make the childcare facility an enjoyable atmosphere.

• Knowledge of early childhood teaching strategies.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred.

• At least one year of related experience required.

• Certification in first aid and CPR required; must be maintained by obtaining recertification as necessary.

• Must pass criminal background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.