Childcare Assistant Group Leader - Kids Express Elementary Age

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT STAFF TITLE: CHILDCARE ASSISTANT GROUP LEADER - KIDS EXPRESS CALENDAR: 2613FT OR 2612PT (9 MONTHS) SALARY: GRADE 104 (SUPPORT HOURLY) Job Goal Assist in providing quality childcare in a nurturing, safe environment using a developmentally appropriate curriculum Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum 6 months' experience requiredAbility to operate standard office equipment, including a computer and related softwareSatisfactory criminal background checkNegative TB test required upon hire Core Job Functions: Supervise children in the before and after school program, but not limited to play periods, mealtime, field trips, bathroom, assemblies, and emergency drillsPrepare lesson plans and instruct children with an age-appropriate curriculumDevelop and create bulletin boards, signs, borders, and classroom displaysAssist students with various physical, emotional, and educational needsProvide guidance and direction to students regarding appropriate behavior and social skills.Alert the supervisor to any problem or special information about a studentCommunicate with parents on the student's progress, behaviors, issues, and outcomesMaintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employedBe flexible and perform other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisorEstablish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.Keep educational materials, equipment, and the general room environment neat, safe, and clean.Attend all staff training sessions, meetings, and programs.Accept responsibility for students' wellbeing and safety while they are in the employee's careBe alert to and report the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon daily observationOperate and care for the school district's equipment properlyFollow district policies as outlinedPerform all duties safely and prudently as directed by supervisorsParticipate in a minimum of 18 training hours per year.Maintain current CPR/First Aid Certification as required by the program Core Values: Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available. Professional Qualities: Promote positive interactions with colleaguesPromote positive interactions with students, parents, and community membersBe responsible, reliable, and punctualBe flexible and adaptable to changePositively accept directionDirect constructive criticism toward improving the districtExercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skillsAdhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and jobShare sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basisBe a positive role model for studentsAdhere to District and school rules and procedures Physical Requirements: Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential job functions.Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Note: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. Updated 10/30/25