Child Care Giver

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe • Fort Yates, ND

288d • $15,659 - $19

About The Position

The Child Care Giver is responsible for the care of infants and toddlers in the daycare center. This includes; feedings, diapering, nurturing (holding, soothing when upset) and providing age appropriate learning activities. The Child Care Giver will be required to use the HELP checklist Book as a curriculum-based assessment. The HELP Checklist Book provides skills, behaviors and strategies to use when planning structured activities for infants and toddlers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with one and one-half (1 ½) years experience in an Early Childhood setting.
• Ability to pass a background check (no child abuse, neglect or any serious violent crimes or charges).
• Obtain a CPR/First Aid certificate within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Complete an annual physical and TB skin test prior to employment.
• Follow the program's policies on time and attendance.
• Sign and adhere to confidentiality agreement.
• Obtain food handlers certificate within ninety (90) days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan age appropriate activities using the HELP Checklist book utilizing the space of the classroom and allow the infants and toddlers to explore and learn through hands-on activities.
• Provides experiences that stimulate children to explore and express their creative abilities.
• Provide an environment in which children can learn and practice behaviors that are appropriate and acceptable individually and in a group setting.
• Be willing and capable of interacting with the children on the floor, at their eye level.
• Assist children in getting along with others by encouraging feelings of empathy and mutual respect among children and adults.
• Provide a healthy environment to prevent illness by ensuring proper hygiene when handling infants and by sanitizing all toys and equipment on a daily basis.
• Provide positive nutrition feedings, this is done by feeding on a child's schedule (formulas and baby food).
• Practice early literacy by reading to the children.
• Responsible for the well-being and safety of the children in their care.
• Prepare children for meals and naptime.
• Report immediately to the supervisor for anything out of the ordinary concerning the children or daycare center.
• Work with other staff and share ideas to make a positive atmosphere for the children.
• Be a competent organizer, planner and record keeper.
• Maintain an open, friendly and informative relationship with the children's families.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Have a desire to work with children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED