Childcare Attendant

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Christel House DORS Drop In Childcare is designed to offer free, temporary, short-term childcare for the students of Christel House DORS. Our ultimate goal is for the parents/guardians to work with Drop In Childcare staff to apply for CCDF vouchers or On My Way Pre-K to secure long term, high quality childcare if qualified. DORS students may use the drop in childcare center only while on site, attending a Christel House class, training, or program. Parents/guardians remain on campus while their child(ren) are in the drop in childcare.

The Drop In Childcare Attendant is responsible for ensuring a safe, caring, and positive experience for all children in the drop in center and their families. They will be an active collaborator with other DORS staff, providing the DORS team with data on attendance, CCDF applications, etc. The attendant monitors the safety and well-being of children while in their care, while facilitating learning opportunities for the students. The attendance is responsible for communicating with parents/guardians about drop in childcare center events, activities, policies and procedures. This is a PRN (as needed) position. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Create an environment conducive to learning for child(ren) in attendance, plan and facilitate hands on activities daily.
• Be adaptable to the work environment in order to meet the needs of the children; maintain effectiveness when changes in the workplace occur.
• Engage as an active collaborative team member with DORS staff.
• Create a culture and climate that is welcoming to all staff and students.
• Use conflict resolution to resolve issues proactively and in a productive manner.
• Ensure sufficient operations and aid in achieving goals for the drop in childcare and Christel House DORS are in place.
• Assist in the registration process and track attendance.
• Recognize risk in activities of children and ability to manage those risks ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
• Maintain regular and ongoing contact with parents/guardians.
• Maintain cleanliness of center and compliance with safety standards

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Model effective, differentiated instruction.
• Encourage ongoing professional growth.
• Encourage community involvement, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Provide encouragement and emotional support to instructional staff.
• Participate in Network meetings.
• Update and ensure accuracy of student files.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.
• Other duties assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Sign-on bonuses for all hires!
• Good Wages Initiative partner, hourly positions start at $18!
• Opportunity to serve and make a huge difference in students’ lives.
• Competitive comprehensive health care options.
• Employer contributions to retirement plans.
• Referral bonuses. 
• Opportunities for growth within the school!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Continuing education credits, certification or degree in early childhood education, child development, education, or a related field preferred.
• Child/Infant CPR certified or willing to obtain before start date.
• Previous work experience in a childcare facility.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively; maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
• All Christel House staff must successfully pass a pre-employment background check as they are directly caring for minors.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

A complete application will include the following:

• Letter of interest stating why the candidate feels his/her qualifications are a good match to those sought by CHS
• Current resume (please include email address)
• At least three (3) professional references (References should include candidates supervisor in his/her current position and most recent prior position, or student teaching supervisors)