Child Development Academy - Caregiver (Open Year Round)

Job Title: Caregiver – CDA Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director – CDA Pay Grade: IS 1 – 190 Days

Dept./School: Child Development Academy (CDA) Date Revised: September 29, 2023

PRIMARY PURPOSE: 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)
18 years old

EXPERIENCE

• 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:

1. 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
2. Perform duties as planned under the leadership of the CDA Teacher
3. Assist in the screening and preparing the children to fully participate in program services
4. Implement the curriculum that is planned by the CDA Teacher to be based on scientifically based reading research
5. Interact with the children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing
6. Support the social and emotional development of children
7. It will be the child care giver's responsibility to play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them
8. Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children
9. Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials appropriate for the early childhood program
10. Maintain attendance records of children participating in the Child Development Academy
11. Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in our care, including changing diapers or soiled clothing and washing hands
12. Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the program and The Department of Family and Protective services.
13. Help other staff in preparing meals for children as required
14. Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the child care rooms at the end of the day, as well as putting away any outside equipment
15. Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis
16. Assist in the development and facilitation of interactive parent and child literacy activities
17. Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each child's family and encourage their involvement in the program
18. Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences and other staff development
19. 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 in an early childhood classroom and sustain long hours of active work. Ability to be on feet 90% of the work day.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job is not an employment agreement or contract. The Administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Approved by: Chelsea Smith Date: September 29, 2023

Approved by : Dr. Randy Davis Date: September 29, 2023