Child Care Monitor II

Broward County Public Schools•Miramar, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Monitor II plans and conducts an on-site Before and After School Care program that provides participants with a safe and enriching experience. The role supervises children and activities, helps plan and evaluate programming, and supports day-to-day operations in accordance with program standards, safety rules, and applicable policies. The position is temporary/substitute, classified as nonexempt, and located at Silver Shores STEAM Academy K-8 in Miramar. Work-year length and hours are established by the School Board. Compensation and benefits are consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan; new hires are paid at the minimum of the assigned salary range. The posting does not provide a specific hourly rate.

Requirements

High school diploma or an approved General Educational Development (GED) credential.
At least one year of documented experience and/or training working in a school-based aftercare program.
Completion of BASCC Comprehensive Child Care Components I and II; certified teachers are not required to attend this component training.
At least 10 hours of approved BASCC Child Care training for every year of employment.
CPR/First Aid certification, which must be maintained.
Computer skills as needed for the position.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Alternatively, completion of the Florida Department of Children and Families modules: Special Needs Appropriate Practices (SNP, 10 hours), Understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices (UDAP, 5 hours), and School-Age Appropriate Practices (SAP, 5 hours). Preschool (PSP) certification is not acceptable.
Under the alternative DCF qualification pathway, at least 10 hours of approved BASCC Child Care training for every year of employment is required.
Under the alternative DCF qualification pathway, CPR/First Aid certification must be maintained and computer skills are required as needed for the position.
Under the alternative DCF qualification pathway, must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

Adhere to Before and After School Child Care Quality Standards.
Directly supervise children and facilitate activities or areas to provide appropriate experiences.
Set and maintain behavior standards using non-punitive methods that teach self-discipline and support children’s self-esteem.
Supervise play areas and children’s activities to ensure safety and quality.
Participate in planning and evaluating children’s activities and schedules.
Procure equipment and help clean up supplies used for planned activities.
Assist in reporting student incidents to appropriate personnel.
Provide timely input about needed program supplies and materials.
Maintain cooperative relationships with other staff members.
Interact positively with parents and refer questions and concerns to the Child Care Supervisor as appropriate.
Perform and promote activities in compliance with the School Board’s equal employment and non-discrimination policies.
Participate in training programs to enhance skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature, and technical sources related to job responsibilities.
Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
Follow federal and state requirements and School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.