Child Care Aide

Shift: Days, Mon-Fri 8-12hrs (Childcare is open 6 am – 7:30 pm); minimum 36 hours/ week; needs to be flexible and open 

Job type: contract to possible extension or perm 

Pay rate: $12.50-$13.50/hr

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide a positive atmosphere for the children.
• Follow and prepare for daily schedule and curriculum for class as provided by the Director.
• Abide by Professional Conduct of a Caregiver.
• Record accidents/incidents appropriately.
• Supervision of children and follows discipline guidelines when necessary.
• Provide proper potty assistance as necessitated by children’s age groups.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the classroom.
• Ensure appropriate decorations are displayed in the classroom.
• Follow monthly lesson plans.
• Report needed supplies.
• Attend child care functions during the evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Flexible work hours/class when necessary.
• Preparing classroom for daily floor cleaning.
• Additional cleaning duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• Must be proficient in the English language.
• Twenty-hour annual in-service.
• Meets DCF guidelines in respect to background screening and fingerprint check.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Completion of 45 hour State childcare course.
• 2 years of experience working In a child care center
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
• Enrolled in 45 hour State child care course with completion upon 90 days of hired.
• First aid and CPR training must be completed every two years
• Meet DCF guidelines in respect to background screening and fingerprint check.
• Twenty-hour annual in-service.

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