Child Care Worker

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Villa Park, IL

3d • $17 - $20

About The Position

Develop age-appropriate programs and care for infants through elementary-aged
children.

Requirements

• Must have completed the 9th grade.
• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
• A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• Supportive of the mission of The Salvation Army.
• This position is required to do light to moderate physical work and must be able to lift 20 pounds.
• In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to interact with children.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors.  This would include but not be limited to such actions: resolution of conflicts in a positive manner; courteous treatment of staff, clients, and visitors; respect of others’ property and person, professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates.  Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Fluency (written and verbal) in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the care of children in the Corps nursery or gym during various activities.
• Assist to plan age-appropriate programs for toddlers, pre-school, and elementary aged children.
• Recommend to the Corps Officer appropriate games, toys, books, and resources that will enable a wholesome experience for children.
• Attend training that will ensure the proper care and safety of children, i.e., CPR, First Aid, Safe from Harm.
• Maintain adequate supply of resource materials to administer the program.
• Promote participation of parents and other trained helpers.
• Facilitate training, as necessary, for helpers in the childcare program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed