What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Assistant position at Kids Zone Educational Child Care?
Kids Zone Educational Child Care LLC is currently searching for new staff members to join our existing experienced staff. This is a year-round position as a float, until a permanent classroom position opens up.
Full Time staff will work between 32-40 hours per week; part time staff will work between 20-29 hours per week. Full Time hours would be between 7:30am-5:30pm, part time hours would be afternoons between 12:30-5:30.
This job is great for someone looking to gain experience in Early Childhood Education if they are currently going to college in the field of Child Development or Education.
All applicants must complete a paper application prior to interview (can be done same day)
Requirements:
*Age 18
*High School Diploma or equivalent
*College Education or Child Development Associate preferred, not required
*Licensed Child Care experience preferred, not required
*Completion of FBI/BCI background check
*Must have medical statement signed off by licensed physician (will provide form upon hiring)
*Team player
*Consistent, punctual attendance
*First Aid, Infant/Adolescent and Adult CPR, Communicable Disease and Child Abuse and Neglect trainings preferred but will be provided upon hiring
All hired staff members are required to complete online orientation at the center after ALL required paperwork has been turned in.
Responsibilities
*Follow ODJFS rules and regulations for compliance
*Follow Kids Zone Educational Child Care company handbook for professionalism, ethics, and policies
*Provide a warm, safe, nurturing environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age
*Work with staff to implement lesson plans to meet the developmental needs of young children
*Assist in diapering and toilet training
*Assist in meal preparation and feeding of infants, meal prep and clean up for Toddlers, PreK, and School Age children
*Follow Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Guidance and Discipline techniques
*Maintaining a clean environment by following cleaning schedules in each classroom
*Attend professional development opportunities
*Attend mandatory staff meetings
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $12.00 - $12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $13
