Part-Time Caregiver – CDA

Part-Time Caregiver CDA

The Caregiver will maintain a safe and stimulating environment for young children.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
  
  Minimum:
  High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred:
  Child Development Associate Credential (CDA)
• Experience working in an early childhood setting
• Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and program
• Ability to communicate in native language(s) of Academy Students

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist in the creation of a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of students with an emphasis on language development and emergent literacy skills
• Perform duties as planned under the leadership of the CDA Teacher
• Assist in the screening and preparing the children to fully participate in program services
• Implement the curriculum that is planned by the CDA Teacher to be based on scientifically based reading research
• Interact with children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing
• Support the social and emotional development of children
• Play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them
• Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials appropriate for the early childhood program
• Maintain attendance records of children participating in the Child Development Academy
• Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in our care, including changing diapers or soiled clothing and washing hands
• Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the program and The Department of Family and Protective Services
• Help other staff in preparing meals for children as required
• Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the childcare rooms at the end of the day, as well as putting away any outside equipment
• Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis
• Assist in the development and facilitation of interactive parent and child literacy activities
• Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child's family and encourage their involvement in the program
• Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences and other staff development
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible

Working Conditions:

• Mental Demands:
  Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
  Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture into an early childhood classroom and sustain long hours of active work. Ability to be on feet 90% of the work day.