Be at least 19 years of age
Have a high school degree or equivalent education
Have at least 1 year of experience working with children and/or a certificate in early childhood education or currently working towards the completion of one
Submit to various background checks including those completed through the Department of Human Resources
Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certification upon hire
Complete a Tuberculosis test and physical and provide a physician’s documentation of both
Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a large group of children alone in a classroom
Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences
Have an awareness of the unique needs of infants and have appropriate expectations of their abilities
Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children
Be available for full time employment and available to work as late as 5:30 pm
Have dependable transportation
*Required Expectations*
Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs
Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times
Be warm and nurturing with children
Be a positive role model for all care giving staff and children
Be customer service orientated and professional
Provide excellent customer service according to the standards of RFM Learning Academy
*Responsibilities and Duties*
Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development
Be the primary caregiver for up to seven children in the classroom
Help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for infants
Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times
Assist children with activities of daily life (e.
g.
, diapering, feeding, dressing)
Approach parents daily and speak with them about their child(ren)
Creating and maintaining an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children
Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service
Implement curriculum and planning daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for toddlers
Assist with the completion of daily sheets and the daily activities pertaining to eating, sleeping, and diaper changing
Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the organization at all times
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $10.
00 - $15.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person