Child Care Specialist (Part-time)- Mequon

About the role

The Specialist, Child Care position at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Mequon campus is a part-time, academic year position running from mid-August through mid-May. This role involves overseeing childcare activities, planning age-appropriate activities, interacting with children, maintaining supplies, and supporting children's development.

Responsibilities

• Monitors childcare room activities and provides age-appropriate assistance to children.
• Prepares and implements developmentally appropriate activities that support early childhood development.
• Supports children's success in completing tasks through support, attention, and encouragement.
• Maintains order in childcare rooms and ensures adequate supplies are available.
• Tracks and assesses children's development using child portfolios and parent conferences.
• Assists with outreach efforts by sharing information about the Children’s Center services.

Requirements

• Compliance with state and federal standards and accreditation requirements.
• Absolutely no gaps in employment history.
• At least 18 years old.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification within six months of hire.
• Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Prevention Certificate and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate completed prior to hire or at orientation.
• Knowledge of child development stages and best practices in childcare.
• Working knowledge of health and safety standards in childcare centers.
• Ability to detect and prevent potential injuries or deaths.
• Effective discipline and room management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in computer applications relevant to the position.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or 60 college credits in a related field with at least 6 credits in Early Childhood Education.
• One to three years of progressive experience within a childcare setting.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, additional coursework in infant/toddler development, and more than three years of experience in childcare.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student and employee populations.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing circumstances.

Benefits

• Hourly pay rates up to the midpoint of the range, determined based on years of experience, internal equity, and educational background.
• Health insurance options: UMR High Level PPO or UMR Low Level PPO.
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
• Group term life insurance through Symetra Provident Insurance.
• Paid holidays based on position.
• Sick leave and vacation benefits.