Childcare Provider

** Email patricia_noisette@orangegrovecharter.com with the following:

• Resume

• Copy of high school diploma (or equivalent)

• One professional letter of recommendation

Position Title: Childcare Provider

Reports to: Preschool Learning Center Director

Work Hours: 6:30 am to 5:00 pm (rotating shifts)

Salary/Position Category: Non-Exempt Hourly

Position Number of days: 190

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE/REASON:

Plan, implement, and supervise all classroom activities designed to foster and enhance all areas of the child's development. The position may require working rotating shifts.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

One (1) + year of work experience with groups of children in a childcare setting.

Be 21 years of age or older.

OTHER SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

· Basic knowledge of child development best practices;

· Proficient in the use of standard computer applications;

· Excellent written and oral communication skills;

· Ability to work collaboratively with a culturally diverse staff and clients.

PRIMARY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Guides and facilitates activities of children, including: daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom.

· Writes weekly lesson plans and classroom observations;

· Works with children in learning centers and assists in the preparation and care of learning materials;

· Assists in preparing classroom displays and bulletin boards;

· Conducts home visits and parent conferences and uses information to discuss the child's individual development and progress;

· Assists with lunch, snack, and clean-up routine, and assists children with clothing management;

· Assists in conducting the daily Health and Safety checklist;

· Assist the teacher in completing required reports.

· Attends staff trainings and meetings as required.