Child Care Provider

Position: CHILD CARE PROVIDER
Observe children daily for health concerns to include signs of child abuse or neglect; report concerns immediately to EHS Director and record, as appropriate, in manual records.

Adhere to cleaning and disinfecting guidelines for health and safety of both children and providers in accordance with procedures set forth in operational manual.

Provide for daily hand-washing and tooth-brushing in accordance with established hygiene procedures.

Prior to children’s arrival, conduct visual inspection of classroom to assure at a minimum, emergency lighting is in good working order, electrical outlets are covered and that equipment and materials present no safety threat to human life; report concerns immediately to EHS Director.

Assure daily walk-through of playground areas is conducted prior to children’s outdoor activities in the absence of custodial staff.

A minimum educational requirement of Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or arelated area that includes a minimum of six (6) classes focusing on infant/toddler development.

Two years experience in preschool classroom with ability to adapt curriculum to meet the needs of all children including at-risk, special needs, gifted, and culturally diverse populations.

Oral and written communication skills which facilitate and support positive feedback from parents and between staff at all operational levels. Ability to relate to clients from diverse populations.

Strong computer skills to include spreadsheets, databases, presentation and word processing.
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