Caregiver (Teacher) Job Description: Caregivers/teachers are responsible for providing and maintaining a nurturing and educational environment for the children in their care. Caregivers report to the Director and the Lead Caregiver assigned to their classroom. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Minimum: High school diploma or its equivalent (GED) Preferred: Any of the following: Current CDA credential or an acceptable equivalent Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education Special Knowledge/Skills: Experience working in an early childhood setting Experience working with persons from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and the Center MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Assist in the creation of a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children; Perform duties as planned by the Director or Lead Caregiver for the assigned classroom; Assist in implementing the curriculum planned by the Director or Lead Caregiver; Interact with the children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing; Support the social and emotional development of children; Engage in active play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them; Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children; Maintain accurate and appropriate records for children in the assigned classroom; Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in your care, including changing diapers or soiled clothing and washing hands; Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the Center and state guidelines; Help other staff in preparing meals for children as required; Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the child care rooms; Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis; Assist in the development and facilitation of interactive parent and child literacy activities; Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child’s family and encourage their involvement in the program; Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences, and other staff development opportunities; Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible; Perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES None WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to routinely lift children (must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs regularly), move furniture in the classroom, and sustain long hours of active work; The aforementioned statements describe the general requirements for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Other duties may be logically assigned as appropriate.
Lead Caregiver (Teacher) Job Description: Lead caregivers are responsible for providing and maintaining a nurturing and educational environment for the children in their care. Caregivers report to the Director. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Minimum: One (1) of the following conditions must be met: A. Current CDA credential; B. A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education with a kindergarten endorsement with grades of C or better from an accredited college or university; C. A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university that includes one (1) of the following: Fifteen (15) credit hours in college level courses with content related to the needs, skills, development, or teaching methods of children six (6) years of age or younger and grades of C or better A two (2) year associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university, with a grade of C or better Preferred: Any of the above, plus 1 or more years of child care experience Special Knowledge/Skills: Experience working in an early childhood setting; Experience working with persons from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds; Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and program MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Supervise the creation of a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children; Manage one classroom of children, including curriculum planning; Perform duties as planned by the Director; Implement the curriculum planned by the Director or Lead Caregiver; Interact with the children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing Support the social and emotional development of children; Engage in active play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them; Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children; Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials appropriate for the early childhood program; Maintain accurate and appropriate records for children in the assigned classroom; Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in your care, including changing diapers or soiled clothing and washing hands; Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the Center and state guidelines; Help other staff in preparing meals for children as required; Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the child care rooms; Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis; Assist in the development and facilitation of interactive parent and child literacy activities; Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child’s family and encourage their involvement in the program; Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences, and other staff development opportunities ; Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible; Supervise caregivers, volunteers, and visitors assigned to the classroom; Perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES Supervise caregivers, volunteers, and visitors assigned to the Lead Caregiver’s classroom. WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to routinely lift a minimum of 25 lbs regularly, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain long hours of active work. The aforementioned statements describe the general requirements for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Other duties may be logically assigned as appropriate.
Cook Job Description: Under the supervision of the Center Director, the Cook implements the cycle menu, purchases and prepares food, completes Child Care Food Program paperwork and supports center staff with nutrition activities in the classroom. This is a non-exempt position. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age ;Experience preparing meals for a large number of people; Enjoy working with children; Must attend or have attended a Food Handler's Workshop; Must pass a criminal background check Major responsibilities and duties: Attend all center staff meetings Maintain positive interactions with staff, children, and families of the school Follow all policies as designated by state licensing and by SSA, LLC Prepare the food served to the children in accordance with the meal patterns required by the childcare food program Follow the menus that have been developed and notify the director of any deviation from the posted menu Wash, rinse and sanitize dishes and pots/ pans and replace on shelves Work with the director to order monthly food items Pull all back dated food items forward upon the arrival of new food order and put new food on shelves and in containers Wear a hair net at all times Maintain a high level of cleanliness in accordance with the standards set by the division of environmental health Perform cleaning duties including scour sinks, straighten and wipe out refrigerator, wipe down stove and fan, empty garbage after lunch and at the end of the day, sweep and mop kitchen floor, clean and sanitize office/staff bathrooms, clean oven, clean trash can with bleach and water, clean counter tops with bleach and water, defrost and clean out freezers, clean, sweep and mop laundry room, dust shelves in kitchen and laundry room, and use fresh wash rinse sterile water in sinks between washing; Assist with preparing all paperwork required by the food program including meal counts and production records; Willing to do other duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES None WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to routinely lift a minimum of 25 lbs regularly, move furniture in an early childhood classroom, and sustain long hours of active work. The aforementioned statements describe the general requirements for this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Other duties may be logically assigned as appropriate.