Child Care Provider/Teacher

Are you looking to make a difference in the life of a child? Do you have a passion for working with young children? We are actively hiring for a childcare provider/teacher at our Strawberry Square location.

Our program employs and supports a teaching staff that has the educational qualifications, knowledge, and professional commitment necessary to promote children’s learning and development.

Responsibilities : Creates a caring community for learning

Available to work with different age groups and have a varying/flexible schedule

Supervises children

Uses instruction to deepen children's understanding and build their skills and knowledge

Attends staff meetings, required training's, and other center events

Establishes and maintains relationships of cooperation and respect with all co-workers and families

Assumes a fair share of work, looks for ways to be helpful, and demonstrates initiative

Communicates effectively with other staff to ensure smooth operations

Collaborates with families and community agencies to assure smooth child transitions

Qualifications

Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required for employment

Associates Degree or Higher Preferred

Documented child care experience related to early childhood/child day care programs

Willing and able to respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies

Must follow state, federal, and agency guidelines pertaining to immunizations, employment medical examination, and required health and safety training

Must comply with all applicable State Regulatory and Licensing Agency requirements and Clearances

Must meet all state qualifications for classroom teaching positions and maintain state in-service requirement

Must be passionate about working with children and promoting learning in a fun and active environment

Must have a high level of patience and tact when dealing with potentially difficult or stressful circumstances

Must have communication and interpersonal skills to develop relationships with children, families, and co-workers

Neat, clean, and professional appearance

Able to frequently lift, move, or hold children up to 35 pounds

Able to demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 2 years of experience working with children?
• Do you have children of your own you would need to enroll? If so, what are their ages?
• Do you have a HS Diploma?
• Are you available to work 9am-6pm M-F?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $17