Childcare Specialist (Kids Club) (F/T) Split Shift Required at Cherokee (71099)

Split shift required: 6:45 AM - 9:45 AM & 1:15 PM - 6:15 PM

FLSA status: Non-Exempt

About the Role

The Childcare Specialist assists the Child Care Coordinator with planning the before and after school program and provides on-site supervision of children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, and the community.
• Oversee on-site operations, including planning activities, supervising staff and children, and ensuring compliance with Arizona Department of Health Services rules and regulations.
• Keep the Child Care Coordinator informed of staff and student activities.
• Order necessary supplies for program activities.
• Maintain an inventory of equipment at the site.
• Enforce acceptable behavior standards consistent with district and program policy.
• Cultivate supportive relationships with staff at the host school.
• Assist with record keeping for the site.
• Complete a minimum of 18 verifiable hours of approved training annually per Arizona Department of Health Services regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including coverage for Early Bird, Pre-K/Preschool, and camps.

Requirements

• Must meet staff qualifications to be a Facility Director under section R9-5-401 of the Arizona Administrative Code.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Written documentation of one of the following:
  • High school or high school equivalency diploma, 24 months of qualifying child care experience, and completion of at least 6 credit hours in early childhood, child development, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
  • 60 actual training hours in early childhood or a closely related field and 12 hours in program administration, planning, development, or management.
  • N.A.C., C.D.A., C.C.P., or C.P.C. credential and at least 18 months of qualifying child care experience.
  • Minimum of 24 credit hours from an accredited college or university with at least 6 credit hours in early childhood, child development, or a closely related field, and 18 months of qualifying child care experience.
  • Associate degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, or a closely related field, and 6 months of qualifying child care experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, or a closely related field, and 3 months of qualifying child care experience.
• Provide proof of qualifications at the time of interview, including:
  • A copy of a high school diploma or GED.
  • A copy of college transcripts and/or diploma (if applicable).
  • Copies of training/workshop/seminar certificates (if applicable).
  • Valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).
• After interviewing, recommended hires must provide:
  • Proof of a negative Mantoux TB test within the last year.
  • A signed immunization statement against measles, rubella, diphtheria, mumps, and pertussis.
  • A valid Department of Public Safety (DPS) Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).
  • A signed Criminal History Affidavit.
• Background in early childhood education or related fields.
• Experience with school-age children in a group setting.
• Hold current first aid and CPR certification or be able to obtain within 30 days.
• Effective communication skills.

Skills

• Must qualify as a facility director under section R9-5-401 of the Arizona Administrative Code.

Physical Requirements

• Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work.

Pay

Pay Grade: I

Return-to-work retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed without falling below minimum wage.