Day Care Aide- Part Time, Provisional

Responsibilities

Aid with daily care routines such as feeding, diapering, toileting, and monitoring children's well-being.

Support classroom activities like crafts, games, outdoor play, story time, and other educational or recreational programs.

Encourage children's participation, monitor behavior, and assist as needed to maintain a positive and inclusive environment.

Help maintain order, discipline, and safety in classrooms and during outings.

Prepare activity spaces and ensure rooms remain clean, organized, and well-supplied.

Support mealtime routines, feeding children, and monitoring the group.

Participate in required in-service training sessions.

Refer concerns or issues to the Day Care Assistant or supervising staff.

Assist with record-keeping and other center operations, as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge of preschool child care practices and techniques.

Basic understanding of first aid.

Ability to build positive relationships with young children.

Ability to maintain order and discipline in a child care setting.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to maintain simple records and perform physically demanding tasks.

Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Willingness to work in conditions that may involve noise, odors, or other challenging environments.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency.

One year of experience working with children in a child care, early childhood development, or children's recreational program; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills

None specifically listed.

Benefits

None specifically listed.

Pay

$16.50

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 1:30pm.