What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Age Child Care Assistant or Substitute position at Little Critters Childcare Extended Day Program?
About us
Little Critters Childcare Extended Day Program is a community centered non-profit in Gasport, NY. Our goal is to provide affordable, reliable before and after school care to the children of Roy-Hart Elementary School.
**Job Overview:**
We are seeking a caring and experienced Childcare Provider to join our team. As a Childcare Provider, you will be responsible for providing nurturing care and education to children in a before and after school setting. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and a commitment to creating a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment.
**Duties:**
- Compliance: Ensure that OCFS guidelines as well as Little Critters’ policies are followed at all times
- Bringing the Fun: Direct engaging hands-on activities covering fitness, STEAM, arts, and more!
- Plus, don't forget about homework completion – you'll be the ultimate homework helper!
- Keeping Everyone in the Loop: Maintain open lines of communication with parents and family members through the Brightwheel App
- Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively and regularly with other staff, ensuring they're up to speed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues that arise in a timely manner
**Qualifications:**
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year childcare experience- babysitting counts!
- Background check, including fingerprinting, references, SEL & SCR through NYS Office of Children and Family Services
- You've got the green light from your doctor - medically fit to rock all the job duties and free of any communicable diseases including TB
- Professional, reliable, and prompt
- Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships, and to communicate effectively
**Skills:**
- Babysitting
- Experience in preschool education
- Experience with caregiving and childcare
- Familiarity with classroom management
- Basic knowledge of first aid
- Experience in nannying or working in a daycare setting
- Experience in teaching children social and emotional skills
- Experience in providing individualized attention to children
- Ability to work in a team environment
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.25 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 12 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- No weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Gasport, NY 14067 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17