On-Call Pool - Child Care Worker

CHESS•Santa Fe, NM

11d•$16

About The Position

Temp Child Care Teachers provide on call child care for specific SFCC meetings and events. Duties & Responsibilities Supervises children and assists with daily routines. Maintains a safe environment for children of mixed ages. Set up materials and equipment for event/meeting-based child care sessions. Serves and cleans up snacks and meals. Changes children’s diapers. Prepares children for outdoor playtime; helps with clothing such as coats, hats, etc. and applies sunscreen. Supervises children on playground. Communicates effectively with families in person and in writing, including collecting event child care child emergency forms and signing children in and out of child care. Maintains sanitation and daily cleaning procedures; Sanitizes toys, classroom furniture and surfaces Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and understanding of early childhood development stages and appropriate practices to support physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents, and team members.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive work environment.
Problem-Solving Skills: Quick thinking and problem-solving abilities to manage challenges that may arise in the classroom.
Observation Skills: Keen observation skills to monitor children's progress and well-being, identifying any potential concerns.
Patience and Compassion: High levels of patience, empathy, and understanding when working with young children and supporting their individual needs.
Ability to assist in maintaining a structured, positive, and safe classroom environment.
Flexibility to move between classrooms, quickly adapt to new routines, and respond to varying needs of children and staff.
The role requires a high level of physical activity, including standing for extended periods, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting children and classroom materials (up to 30 pounds).
Must have the ability to move quickly between classrooms and respond to children’s needs with speed and agility.
Must be able to pass a background check.
High School Diploma
Pediatric Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate or Completion of Training within 90 days of hire.
NM Education Assistance License or; NM Early Childhood 45 hour Entry Level Class or; any 3 credit course in early childhood education within the first 3 months of hire or; Quorum online learning modules: Responsive Caregiving, Safe Spaces to Grow and Learn, Trauma-Informed Practices, and Challenging Behavior.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises children and assists with daily routines.
Maintains a safe environment for children of mixed ages.
Set up materials and equipment for event/meeting-based child care sessions.
Serves and cleans up snacks and meals.
Changes children’s diapers.
Prepares children for outdoor playtime; helps with clothing such as coats, hats, etc. and applies sunscreen.
Supervises children on playground.
Communicates effectively with families in person and in writing, including collecting event child care child emergency forms and signing children in and out of child care.
Maintains sanitation and daily cleaning procedures; Sanitizes toys, classroom furniture and surfaces
Performs related duties as assigned.