Child Caregiver

CARROLLTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Child Caregiver  School Year

Position Type: Student Support Services/ Early Childhood

POSITION: Child Caregiver

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Day-to-day caretaking and supervising of children in addition to implementing the program curriculum for infant-toddler and young preschool-age children. Must be available Monday through Friday, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm.

REPORTS TO: Katrina Prieur and Lead Care Teacher

• Work cooperatively with teachers, administrators, and support staff by participating in team meetings, sharing information, and assisting with classroom/program needs as requested.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions with colleagues and students.
• Protect the confidentiality of student and family records by following all district policies and guidelines.
• Maintain a positive, professional, and helpful attitude in interactions with students, parents, staff, and community visitors.
• Greet visitors to Carrollton Public Schools facilities and programs in a courteous and welcoming manner.
• Ensure the safety of all students at all times by actively supervising classrooms, playgrounds, and program areas.
• Intervene appropriately to de-escalate conflicts or unsafe behaviors.
• Physically lift, support, or restrain students when necessary to maintain safety, in compliance with district guidelines.
• Model high standards of character, integrity, and ethical behavior in daily work.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the building principal/center director/lead caregiver to support school programs.

• Child Development Associate credentials preferred
• At least three years of experience working with infant/preschool/young toddler-aged children preferred
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pound
• Excellent oral and written communications skills are required
• Must be willing to receive additional training to improve job skills

• Law enforcement background check with fingerprinting.
• Personal and professional reference background check
• Must receive a satisfactory response to 4205-F Authorization for Release of Information and Employee History Check under 1996 PA 189 of 1996; MCL 380.1230b.
• Must possess or be willing to complete training to become Adult/Child/CPR/First Aid Certified
• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age

Applicants should contact the Human Resources Department regarding reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Carrollton Public School District that no person shall be based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment.

For information, inquiries, or to file a complaint, contact the Superintendent of Carrollton Public Schools at PO Box 517, Carrollton, MI 48724.  Equal Opportunity Employer