Lead and Assistant Childcare Providers

To provide quality care and education to the children being cared for while preserving a loving, safe, nurturing and clean environment. Function as a positive role model to the children, parents and co-workers in addition to maintaining total professionalism and confidentiality at all times while at work and outside of work. Avoid all negative statements including those about the children's parents and co-workers at Granny's House Christian Family Child Care. You must be able to communicate effectively, physically, orally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18 and possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred minimum of one year of experience in an early childhood setting and 1-2 years of early childhood education, or completion of requirements for the CDA certification. Willing to advance education and earn the CDA, Child Development Associate Certificate or early childhood degree.
• Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of children, including their behavior, development, as well as age-appropriate activities, crafts, and music.
• Essential ability to establish rapport and address the developmental needs of children aged 6 weeks - 12 years of age.
• Proficiency in effectively communicating with children, parents, and coworkers.
• Current certifications in First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention training, Safety & Risk Management training, New Employee Orientation, and any other required training must be obtained within 60-90 days of employment.
• Capacity to maintain strict confidentiality concerning personal information related to children, families, and staff.
• Willingness to learn and work under the guidance and supervision of the Director, Assistant Director and Lead Provider.
  
  

Physical and Mental Demands

• Maintain visual observation of children even in distracting environments.
• Stand for extended periods of time during program activities.
• Bend at the knees and waist as necessary.
• Lift and carry equipment and children weighing up to 30 lbs. as required for program activities.
• Demonstrate and lead various activities effectively.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, co-workers, directors, program observers and licensing agent.
• Reason, problem-solve, and make sound judgments and decisions even in noisy and active settings.
• Promote and adhere to safety and security procedures.
• Physically and mentally capable of responding to emergencies and administering CPR and First Aid effectively.
  
  

Job Duties

• Assist in the daily operation of the program, including activities and child supervision.
• Maintain a clean/sanitized and organized classroom before and after daily activities.
• Build positive relationships with each child, fostering a nurturing learning environment.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date program documentation, such as attendance and incident reports. etc.
• Communicate effectively with parents and coworkers, both verbally and in writing.
• Create a safe and stimulating environment that promotes child development.
• Handle emergency situations appropriately, prioritizing the safety of the children.
• Attend staff meetings, in-service training, and recommended workshops, conferences in and out of town.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please find all of the benefits we offer below

• 8 paid holiday days a year.
• Earn sick and vacation pay after six months of employment.
• Chances to earn bonuses and gifts each quarter of perfect attendance and passing reviews
• Paid training and professional development: 35 hours initially, up to 20 hours per year thereafter
• Participation in CDA program, covering 100% of the costs towards earning a Child Development Associates
• Leadership opportunities
• Great company culture, we are like a family
  
  

This is not a conclusive list of benefits, job duties, etc.