Caregiver 2 - LHCDC 2331
Job Description
Responsible for the management of assigned classroom. Provide responsible supervision for young children while teaching developmentally appropriate skills to foster growth and independence through planned, but flexible program activities.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Must be 18 years of age
CDA and/or child care training preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Must understand the essential elements of a high quality early childhood program;
Must discipline in a way that teaches acceptable behavior and self-control while successfully redirecting inappropriate activity;
Must maintain organized, nurturing environment in which all children can participate and grow;
Must implement activities through daily lesson plans to meet the developmental needs of individual children;
Must effectively communicate with children, parents and fellow staff members;
Must regularly attend training classes to advance personal and professional skills;
Must be physically able to lift 30 pounds to table height.
Experience:
One to three years’ experience working in a childcare center or with children is required.