Child Care Aide
Pillsbury United Communities•Minneapolis, MN
11d
About The Position
The primary objective of this position is to provide support for the child care center in order to provide a warm and friendly environment that maximizes opportunities for developmental growth and provides the best possible care.
Requirements
- Ability to work between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Experience working with children preferred
- Ability to lift 25 pounds frequently
- Creative problem-solver
- Skilled communicator and team player
- Knowledge of child development from six weeks to six years.
- Knowledge of health and safety precautions, sanitation/cleaning techniques, and emergency response.
- Skills in managing and guiding children’s behavior.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population, parents, children, and other professionals.
- Knowledge of first aide/CPR desired.
- Ability to work respectfully and communicate effectively with different cultures, groups, and languages.
Nice To Haves
- Passion for what’s possible
- Clear sense of personal purpose
- Commitment to social justice
- Creative problem-solver
- Skilled communicator and motivator
Responsibilities
- Assist in maintaining a safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment to provide all children with a positive experience
- Suggest new ideas and ways to better serve all families
- Assist in daily cleaning responsibilities; i.e. clean and disinfect toys and tables
- Instruct children in proper use of materials
- Assist with meal times, toileting and diaper changes
- Observe and supervise children during free play activities, meal time, and nap time
- Assist children in resolving conflicts to meet the developmental needs of children
- Assist teacher in implementing daily lesson plans, material preparation and clean up for/from activities
- Assist and guide children in completing activities and projects
- Assist with indoor and outdoor activities
- Provide excellent customer service
- Nurture internal & external relationships
- Use resources wisely
- Record time/expenses accurately
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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