Child Care Aide

Pleasant Grove City • Pleasant Grove, UT

5d • $10 - $11 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Child Care Coordinator, you will perform all necessary work pertaining to the supervision of children/youth in an hourly daycare facility at the Pleasant Grove Recreation Center, assist with record keeping, and perform duties necessary for the overall care and well-being of the children/youth using the facility. Open until filled. Contact Audrey Christiansen with any questions. [phone]

Requirements

• Graduation from a High School or equivalent.
• Current Driver's License
• Working knowledge of basic first aid and safety measures.
• Ability to work with all ages, both children and adults.
• Moderate physical activity.
• Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds.
• Work may require walking and standing for several hours at a time.
• Lifting and other physical activities are also involved.
• Ability to follow basic safety precautions and procedures in relation to staff and the general public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, subordinates, and other employees.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a sometimes stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and positively interact with children/youth.
• Engage in and supervise age-appropriate play activities with children/youth.
• Conduct oneself as a "role model" for children/youth; give children/youth positive reinforcement as appropriate.
• Provide first aid treatment as necessary.
• Maintain complete and accurate daily records and report suspected child abuse/neglect as mandated by law.
• Implement behavior modification techniques as instructed.
• Attend staff meetings and/or training as required.
• Maintain the order, safety, and cleanliness of the facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED