Ch'anik'na

Ch’anik’na (pronounced cha-NEEK-nuh) is a Dena’ina word for children’s house. The word, unique to our area, was specially chosen to represent our dedication in exploring and enriching all of our children’s various cultures, Alaskan and worldwide, and exploring the surroundings and culture of our Seldovia community.

Ch’anik’na is open for children birth to entering Kindergarten for academic and cultural enrichment programs Mondays through Fridays. Weekly activities include going to the library, science time, hikes, arts and crafts, and music and movement time. The maximum number of children at any given time is limited to 12. Attendance is based on a scheduled basis and then as needed on a space available basis.

• Up to full time hours available
• This position schedule may be determined based off attendance
• Looking for folks who can start in the fall especially

Ch’anik’na staff are responsible for the day-to-day supervision of children in the Ch’anik’na program while implementing planned curriculum, schedules and activities.

• Collaboratively work with other Ch’anik’na team members in supervising children ages newborn and up
• Assist with and participate in daily classroom activities of the Ch’anik’na program
  • Conduct child drop-off procedures such as temperature taking and ensuring appropriate hand washing
  • Monitor and engage children during free play times
  • Lead or assist with circle time
  • Preparation of snacks and engagement during snack time
  • Conduct prepared craft activities
  • Monitor and engage children during outdoor play
  • Required duties for field trips and Science Fridays
• Maintain cleaning procedures and infection control protocols
• Adhere to regulations, mandatory reporting requirements, and SVT safety protocols
• Assist in the personal care needs of attending children, such as diaper changing and potty training, and utilizing the daily log to keep track of these activities
• Participate in organization-wide initiatives as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• Reliability:
  Consistent on-time attendance is vital to the success of this position
• Confidentiality:
  Staff should not disclose or discuss personal information regarding children and their families with any unauthorized person.
• Team Oriented:
  Not only works well with others, but proactively seeks ways to ensure the success of the team.
• Interpersonal and communication skills:
  Strong, age-appropriate communication, connection building, and listening skills are essential to working with children and their families.
• Patience:
  Working with children requires the ability to respond to overwhelming and difficult situations calmly.
• Physical Stamina:
  Working with children can be physically taxing and requires the ability to meet and exceed the physical requirements of this position.
• Job knowledge: staff should seek to understand the needs of children, including emotional support, comfort, and problem solving.
• Reading/Writing:
  Must be able to read, write and communicate fluently in English

ALL Ch’anik’na Staff must have the following:

• Employee is required to achieve the following immediately after hire (during first days of work) or already possess the following:
  • Mandatory Reporter Training completion certificate
  • CDC Milestones Training completion certificate
  • Concussion in Sports Training completion certificate
  • Sexual Abuse Awareness Training completion certificate
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Training required, provided by SVT
  • ADEC Food Handler’s Card required, provided by SVT
• Must have basic operating knowledge of a computer (Mac and PC) with basic proficiency in web browsers, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to operate a multiline phone and copier
• TB Testing at hire
• Must be able to comply with SVT COVID-19…