Part-Time Daycare/Early Childhood Assistant - 5.75 Hours Per Day

DAKOTA COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #201 Job Description Job Title: Early Childhood Assistant and School Age Assistant ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Supervisor: Child Care Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hours: 5.75 hours per day (afternoon shift) Compensation: $15.00 per hour PART-TIME DAYCARE ASSISTANT Dakota Learn and Play childcare center is looking for a candidate who is passionate about the well-being of children and their development, providing them with a safe and nurturing environment to learn and grow. We are looking for someone who is patient, attentive, reliable, and flexible to join our program. Our program serves children from the ages of 3 years to 10 years. Minimum Qualifications For Employment High school diploma or equivalentState guidelines require the employee to be at least 18 years of agePhysical examination demonstrating freedom from communicable disease including TB test and immunization documentationThree letters of referenceClear criminal background check and fingerprintingCPR and First Aid certified (preferred)Current food handler certificate (preferred)Registered with Gateways to Opportunity (preferred)ECE credential 1 or higher (preferred) JOB GOAL: To contribute in a positive manner to each child's social, intellectual, emotional, and physical needs based on their development while the child is under the care and custody of the childcare program. To have an understanding that each child grows and develops at their own pace, and we are there to help all children feel loved and cared for and assist them in succeeding in all that they do. Performance Responsibilities Is responsible for the care and guidance of the children in his / her careMaintains CPR and First Aid certification and food handler certificationAchieves a minimum of 15 hours of in-service training every yearRespects the confidentiality of personnel and clientsMaintains a safe and healthy environmentHelps plan and develop room displaysMaintaining classroom materials, equipment, and arranged spacesCreating an inviting, pleasant, and tide atmosphere for childrenInstructing children on classroom behavior and proceduresCommunicating with familiesAssists the director, assistant director, or classroom teacher as neededFamiliarizes self with DCFS licensing standardsParticipates in center events/trainings that may be held outside normal working hoursPerforms other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including Paid Sick and Personal time Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Hours, work year, and salary to be established by the Board of Education. EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Childcare Director