Childcare Provider

position title: childcare provider

department: human services

wage: $20.70 / doe

flsa status: non-exempt

esc code: 39-9011

funding source: indirect

opening: august 17, 2026

closing: august 27, 2026

the child care provider is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of children in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. This position plans and implements age-appropriate educational and recreational activities that support children's physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development while promoting positive behavior and healthy relationships at the yakutat tlingit tribe (ytt) employee day care.

this position requires compliance with yakutat tlingit tribe’s compliance standards, including its standards of conduct, compliance program, and policies and procedures. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the position’s regular performance evaluation.

• responsible for providing a safe, nurturing environment for children 0-10 years of age.
• responsible for complying with state of alaska childcare regulations and yakutat tlingit tribe’s childcare policies and procedures.
• provides age‑appropriate learning activities for children.
• complete administrative tasks including reporting (as required by the licensing agency, ytt and ychc), scheduling, etc.
• communicates with parents and stakeholders regarding child care activities.
• provide continuous supervision of children to ensure their safety, health, and well‑being.
• plan and implement age‑appropriate educational and recreational activities that support children's physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment that complies with applicable health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• observe, monitor, and document children's development, behavior, and daily activities.
• communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding children's progress, needs, and any concerns.
• assist children with daily living activities, including eating, toileting, dressing, handwashing, and rest periods, as appropriate for their age and developmental level.
• prepare and serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines and food safety standards.
• administer medications and provide basic first aid when authorized and trained, following established policies and procedures.
• guide children's behavior using positive behavior management techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
• maintain accurate attendance, incident, health, and developmental records.
• identify and report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with mandatory reporting laws.
• collaborate with coworkers, families, and other professionals to support children's individual needs.
• set up, clean, sanitize, and organize classrooms, toys, equipment, and activity areas.
• participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development activities.
• respond appropriately to emergencies by implementing evacuation, lockdown, or other emergency procedures.
• this position is a mandatory reporter.
• performs related duties.

• knowledge of child growth and development across age groups.
• knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and early childhood education principles.
• knowledge of health, safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
• knowledge of state childcare licensing requirements and applicable regulations.
• knowledge of positive behavior guidance and classroom management techniques.
• knowledge of child nutrition and safe food handling practices.
• knowledge of emergency response procedures, including fire, evacuation, and severe weather protocols.
• knowledge of mandatory child abuse and neglect reporting requirements.
• knowledge of cpr, first aid, and basic pediatric emergency procedures (or ability to obtain certification).

• strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• effective verbal and written communication skills.
• ability to plan and facilitate engaging, age‑appropriate activities.
• classroom and behavior management skills.
• observation and documentation skills.
• organization and time management skills.
• conflict…