What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Assistant position at Busy Bees Daycare?
Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Daycare Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support the daily operations of our daycare facility, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children and possess skills in early childhood education and caregiving.
Duties
- Assist in the supervision of children during daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Implement age-appropriate educational activities that promote learning and development.
- Support classroom management by maintaining a positive environment conducive to learning.
- Help with meal preparation and feeding as needed, ensuring proper nutrition for all children.
- Engage with children through play, storytelling, and creative activities to foster social and emotional growth.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the classroom and play areas.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child’s progress and any concerns.
- Collaborate with lead teachers to develop lesson plans that meet the needs of all children.
Requirements
- Experience in childcare or early childhood education is preferred.
- Knowledge of childhood development principles is essential.
- Skills in first aid and basic emergency response are highly desirable.
- Familiarity with classroom management techniques to maintain a structured environment.
- Previous experience in babysitting, nannying, or preschool settings is beneficial.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with children, parents, and staff.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
- Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for working with young children are crucial for success in this role.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- No nights
Ability to Commute:
- Brenham, TX 77833 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Brenham, TX 77833: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11 - $12