COOP Child Care Provider, II - Youngker High School

Buckeye Union High School District • Buckeye, AZ

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Provider, II will assist the COOP Director/Early Childhood Education Program Teacher in operating the center in accordance with Youngker High School and the Buckeye Union High School District policies and procedures and the state licensing standards to provide an educational, nurturing, and safe environment for children, parents, high school students and other staff members. The Child Care Provider, II will plan and implement activities that promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development of children. Responsibility for the care, hygiene, learning, developmental activities, specialized programs, and redirection of children is expected by the Child Care Provider, II. Communication with parents is essential, as well as maintaining classroom records.

Requirements

• High school or high school equivalency diploma
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints ( IVP ) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
• Obtain and maintain a Valid CPR, First Aid and Food Handler Certification or willingness to obtain within 45 days of hire.
• Possess a negative Mantoux TB Skin Test administered within 12 months of hire date or a health care provider's written and dated statement stating incumbent is free from infectious active TB issued within 6 months of hire date.
• Six (6) months or more of childcare experience; or A.C., C.D.A., C.C.P., or C.P.C. credential; or An associate degree from an accredited college or university in the areas of early childhood, child development or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Comply and fulfill all record keeping responsibilities and maintain confidentiality in regard to child, parent, high school intern students and staff information.
• Understands developmentally appropriate practice in Early Childhood Education and ensures its use in the classroom, by creating lesson plans and implementing activities
• Be able to perform the essential functions for other staff when necessary
• Implement and comply with governmental laws and regulations in regard to the care of children
• Attend and participate in COOP staff meetings and trainings, center events and parent meetings/conferences
• Assist, guide, and direct high school intern students while in the COOP, and participate in the evaluation of student interns
• Keep the COOP Director/Early Childhood Education Program Teacher and Child Care Provider, III, informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of children or high school interns.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, and a life insurance policy
• Supplemental policies through Aflac and LegalShield are also offered at an additional cost to the employee.

What This Job Offers

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