What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childcare Provider Full Time position at Wilton Daycare Center?
Our childcare facility is open 6:00 am - 6:00 pm Monday - Friday. As a full-time employee, the expectation is that you are available to start work at 6:00 am OR that you will close the center and your shift will end at 6:00 pm.
Primary Responsibilities
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable individual to join our team in a childcare setting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for engaging with children in a positive and nurturing manner, including holding, smiling, and speaking with them using an encouraging tone. You will assist with supervising both structured and free play activities indoors and outdoors, and provide supervision during toileting periods. The role includes supporting daily routines, such as helping with meal and snack clean-up, maintaining a clean and safe environment by sanitizing equipment, and completing daily tasks like sweeping, mopping, and taking out garbage. Additionally, you will assist with the planning and implementation of activities, communicate with families, and complete daily observations and evaluations of children’s progress. You will also follow all policies, procedures, and health and safety protocols while providing positive guidance for child behavior. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Minimum Requirements
- Must be able to pass background check, drug screen, physical exam and fingerprinting.
- Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Willingness to complete tasks under the direction of the management team.
- Previous experience in a child care setting is preferred.
- Ability to meet Iowa DHS standards and regulations for a child care employee.
Physical Qualifications
- Perform all physical aspects of the position, including frequently moving around, bending, reaching and routinely lifting 30 pounds at a time.
- Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/ dangerous situations.
- May provide children with assistance in handling situations such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering and feeding.
- May be exposed to loud noises, physical actions or bodily fluids as a part of the child care environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11