What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childcare Assistant Teacher (toddler room) position at Faith Lutheran Church and School?
Mission Statement: "Raising up families and followers of Jesus Christ"
General Qualifications
- Know the goals and objectives of Faith Lutheran Church, School & Childcare. Be ready to support the total program and staff at all times.
- Be committed to working toward a safe & loving environment for the children we serve.
- Be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and program.
- Help teach children about our Faith and Jesus Christ.
A Childcare Aide/Assistant will:
- Be 18 years or older
- Have a current TB test on file
- Complete a blood borne pathogens training course on file.
- Register in the Merit program for childcare.
- Have a cleared Portable Background Check on file with MERIT
- Have a current food handlers' card o file
- Complete a certified First Aid and CPR class
- Assistants will need to complete the Initial State Certificate and a 30 hour initial STARS training course
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Support Director/Assistant Director in maintaining positive relationships with parents and children through frequent communication.
- Work with Director/Assistant Director to plan and implement classroom activities.
- Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis.
- Our center is participating in the Early Achievers program. A quality rating and improvement system (QRIS), a process for providing high-quality childcare. To continually meet these standards we require;
- Interactions with the children in a way which conveys respect and love. Try to understand what children are saying. Recognize and comment on positive behavior.
- Play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them. Be present and engaging with the children.
- Attend to personal hygiene of each child in our care, including changing diapers.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.66 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17