Qualifications:
Must be able to work Monday-Friday 12-6pm
Be at least 18 years of age
Have a high school degree or equivalent education
Have some experience working with children and/or a certificate in early childhood education or currently working towards the completion of one
Submit to various background checks including those completed through the Department of Human Services, the Michigan State Police Department and FBI Fingerprinting
Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certification upon hire
Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a large group of children alone in a classroom
Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences
Have an awareness of the unique needs of infants and have appropriate expectations of their abilities
Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 70lbs
Be available for full time employment and available to work as late as 6pm
Have dependable transportation
Responsibilities:
Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs
Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times
Be warm and nurturing with children
Be a positive role model for all care giving staff and children
Be customer service orientated and professional
Provide excellent customer service
Appropriately meet the requirements as listed in the dress code policy
Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development
Be the primary caregiver (when applicable) QUALIFICATIONS
Help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate
Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times
Assist children with activities of daily life (e.g., diapering, feeding, dressing)
Approach parents daily and speak with them about their child(ren)
Creating and maintaining an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children
Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities that are developmentally appropriate
Attend and engage in occasional parent participation events and other events that may be on nights and/or weekends
Assist with the completion of Brightwheel and the daily activities pertaining to eating, sleeping, and diaper changing
Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management
Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the organization at all times
Be responsible for completing the required daily and weekly nap time tasks (when applicable)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
