BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE(2)

Employment Type: Part-Time

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent (GED certificate, etc.); CDA preferred
• Working knowledge of the language(s), traditions, relationships and customs of the Alamo Navajo Community
• Able to demonstrate appropriate professional interpersonal interactions with colleagues, supervisor, other division staff, students, parents and community members
• Fluent Navajo and English speakers with ability to translate and communicate with both children and adults
• Ability to determine which problems and situations need to be referred to a higher level
• Evidence of prior work experience required
• Must have current employee health screening (medical and immunization history) and maintain certificates in CPR, First Aid and Food handlers permit within the first six (6) months of employment

Preferential consideration for employment will be given to persons of documented Navajo, American Indian or Alaskan Native Tribal membership who meet the qualifications above, in accordance with the requirements of P.L. 93-638 and the Navajo Nation Tribal Code.

Responsibilities

• Supports and efficiently carries out responsibilities in accordance with Alamo Navajo School Board Inc. and Wellness Center Policies and Procedures
• Ensures the health and safety of children in their care; ensures that interactions between children in child care are healthy, non-violent, and appropriate
• Provides an age-appropriate supportive play and learning environment; engages children in games, activities as appropriate to promote a supportive environment
• Maintain a high personal standard of professional and ethical conduct
• Inspects daily all toys and equipment for any needed repairs and reports to supervisor any potential safety hazards for children in their care
• Completes an incident report in writing to the Wellness Center Director as soon as possible after any injury or event that affects the childcare area
• Maintains the confidentiality of issues relating to parents and children in their care

Special Conditions

• This position is subject by law to fingerprinting and a criminal/character background investigation
• Must have current employee health screening (medical and immunization history)
• Alamo Navajo Health Center documents and content are privileged and confidential information, including patient information protected by federal and state privacy laws. As an employee, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, or duplication of this information is strictly prohibited

Pay

Grade D on the ANSB General Salary Scale, Grade E with CDA

Schedule

Before and After School hours (Monday – Friday), flexible scheduling