Childcare Program Leader

Childcare Program Leader

$18.00/hour

Child Care Leader in a Before and After School Program

Reports to:

Area Manager

Classification:
Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Supervisory Position:
No

Employee Benefits:

Paid Holidays and Sick Leave, Discounted Child Care, Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Rates:
Leaders/Teachers start at $18.00/hour

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 15-30 hours per week. No Nights or Weekends!

The Mission of Carlsbad Educational Foundation

to provide increased educational opportunities for all students in the Carlsbad Unified School District by developing and funding impactful programs.

Position Summary

At Carlsbad Educational Foundation (CEF), the Before and After School Care Teachers and Aides partner with other team members to serve as a mentor, leader, and role model, for students in the Carlsbad Unified School District (CUSD), and to develop and conduct innovative and quality programs and projects. All position responsibilities must be performed in accordance with city, state, federal and Company policy.

Carlsbad Educational Foundation is proud of our diversity, and we do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on how they wear their hair, or any other personal attribute. Please promptly speak with your manager or the director, if you have any questions regarding this information. We welcome your inquiries.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Provide safe and engaging before and after school care and supervision for elementary-aged students.

Interact with students, parents, School Administrators, Program and Site Directors, as well as provide supervision to Teacher's Aides-all the great people out there who have a heart for helping kids--in a before and after school setting at one or more of our Kids Care Sites in Carlsbad.

Greet parents and students warmly.

Treat all families equally.

Conduct head count checks and monitor student whereabouts.

Monitor campus environment and boundaries at all times.

Supervise, lead and engage students in age-appropriate STEAM Lessons, such as:

• Math and science: astronomy, physics, nutrition and gardening
• Technology, computers, and engineering
• Art: collage, painting, sculpture, and more.

Model and lead creative expression, teamwork, and sportsmanship through artistic and physical activities such as:

• Crafts: crochet, mobiles, masks, puppets, sewing, card making and beading
• Music: dance, singing, free expression
• Outdoor/indoor activities such as sports, organized team games, and board games

Educate students to develop and keep good study habits, respectful behavior and service-mindedness through activities such as:

• Homework Club
• Service projects (i.e., canned food drives and senior center projects)
• Good neighbor conflict resolution

Check 's and verify authorized pick-ups.

Co-create an awesome and safe environment for the students!

Ensure classroom is clean, organized, and safe at all times.

Maintain Documentation Logs.

Actively engage in appropriate protocols for student health, safety, injury, and illness.

Other work duties as assigned by management.

If you feel bullied, harassed, or discriminated against by anyone displaying offensive language, behavior, or gestures, you must immediately inform your manager or the director. Your concerns will be taken seriously, and you will not face retaliation. Management will assess the concerns and apply the remedy deemed most appropriate for your protection, and the best interest of CEF. You must immediately comply with management directives, even if you disagree with them.

You are invited to submit concerns in writing for management review.

Core Competencies Communication and Documentation

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English;
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with students, parents, and staff;
• Use excellent verbal communication skills to communicate safety plans, student programs, and team activities.
• Produce documentation that is clear, informative, and free from errors. Check spelling for accuracy.

Finding Solutions

• Focus on finding the best business solution and resolving conflict, not placing blame;
• Listen and ask for clarification if information is not clear;
• Gather and analyze information skillfully.

Ethics and Respect for Others

• Treat everyone with respect and welcome the viewpoint of others;
• Maintain a strong work ethic, be true to your word, and keep commitments;
• Be timely and reliable;
• Uphold Company values at all times;
  Conserve Company resources and report waste.

Minimum Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education, Certifications, and Clearance

State "Fully Qualified" teachers must have one of the following:

• Twelve (12) postsecondary semester or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education completed, with passing grades, at an accredited or approved college or university; and at least six months of work…