Child Care Worker I - Early Childhood Education Lab (Multiple Positions)

Nevada System of Higher Education • North Las Vegas, NV

11d

About The Position

The Child Care Worker I assists preschool teachers and the child care supervisor according to the employee’s schedule and program needs. Under direct supervision, the role supports the care, supervision, health, and safety of children in the Early Childhood Education Lab Program. The worker helps implement developmentally appropriate experiences and supports children’s relationships, development, and behavior using positive guidance under a supervisor’s direction.

The position also helps maintain safe, hazard-free classrooms and indoor and outdoor areas; reports maintenance, equipment, and safety concerns; responds to emergencies according to program procedures; and assists with daily and seasonal setup, upkeep, and cleanup. The worker communicates and collaborates respectfully with children, families, staff, students, faculty, volunteers, and outside agencies, refers family concerns to appropriate staff, and maintains confidentiality. The role includes attending monthly staff meetings, training, and special events, and continuing professional development in accordance with licensing and accreditation requirements.

This position is contingent upon ongoing and available funding. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and schedules may change based on organizational needs.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• One year of experience working with small children in a preschool setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Applicants must document their education and experience to demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with a diverse or multicultural student body and/or workforce.
• College coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related discipline.
• Experience working in an NAEYC-accredited program.
• QRIS experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the health and safety of children.
• Assist with the care and supervision of an assigned group of children.
• Help maintain a hazard-free environment indoors and outdoors, and promptly report maintenance, equipment, and safety concerns.
• Respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies according to the Early Childhood Education Lab Program’s emergency procedures.
• Assist in implementing a developmentally appropriate children’s program addressing developmental areas, content areas, the environment, and children’s relationships.
• Treat each child with respect, consideration, warmth, and affection.
• Assist with appropriate children’s experiences under general supervision.
• Use positive guidance techniques to prevent challenging behaviors, manage group dynamics, and support children with behavior challenges under a supervisor’s guidance.
• Assist with daily and seasonal setup, maintenance, and cleanup of the classroom and surrounding areas.
• Interact positively with children, colleagues, families, CSN students and faculty, volunteers, and outside agencies.
• Maintain friendly and respectful communications and relationships with employees, families, students, and faculty.
• Communicate frequently with the immediate supervisor and appropriate staff to support program operations and resolve workplace conflicts.
• Refer family concerns and questions to an appropriate staff member.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding employees, children, families, CSN students, and CSN faculty.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, a professional attitude, loyalty to the program, and proficiency and efficiency in assigned work.
• Attend and participate in scheduled monthly staff meetings, training, and special events.
• Take responsibility for continued professional development and personal growth in accordance with licensing and accreditation requirements.

Benefits

• PERS defined-benefit retirement plan.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Educational benefits.
• Health insurance plans.
• Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.
• Supplemental options including long-term care, short-term disability, and legal coverage.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education institutions.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• On-campus employee discounts.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Statewide employee purchase programs.

What This Job Offers

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