Mary's Home Child Watch Coordinator

DREAM CENTERS OF COLORADO SPRINGS•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Mary's Home Child Watch Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our child watch program, providing direct care to children while their mothers participate in program activities, classes, and appointments. This role includes supervising children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old, coordinating volunteer schedules, and implementing age-appropriate Christian religious education curriculum. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing, safe, and spiritually enriching environment for the children of Mary's Home residents.

Requirements

Strong Christian faith and commitment to incorporating Biblical teachings into childcare
First Aid and infant, child & adult CPR certification and mandatory reporter training within 60 days of employment and maintained as required
2+ years' experience working with children ages 0-6 in a professional capacity
Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities
Deep commitment to and knowledge of trauma-informed care and resilience practices for children
Ability to manage multiple children with varying needs simultaneously
Strong leadership and communication skills
Background check clearance
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
Previous experience implementing Christian education curriculum
Experience coordinating volunteers
Understanding of the unique needs of children from challenging backgrounds
Training in ACEs, resilience science, or child development
Experience working with children impacted by trauma, abuse, homelessness, or systemic poverty
Experience selecting or developing curriculum
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision and care for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old for 3-6 hours daily
Create and maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children
Implement age-appropriate Christian religious education curriculum and activities
Apply trauma-informed care and resilience-building approaches in all interactions with children
Plan and lead daily structured activities, including crafts, games, stories, and learning exercises
Maintain appropriate records regarding child attendance, behavior, and developmental progress
Address behavioral issues using trauma informed and resilience practices, avoiding any form of discipline, but re-direct children to more appropriate behaviors
Communicate regularly with mothers regarding their children's experiences and development
Request, maintain, and prepare materials so they are adequate, appropriate, and safe.
Maintain the outdoor area and classroom in a safe and clean manner, and meet all health and safety standards, including CACFP regulations.
Demonstrate acceptance of all children (and their families) including those with special needs, behavioral challenges, diversity of culture, race, ethnicity and parental choices.
Recruit, screen, and train child watch volunteers in coordination with the Director of Volunteer Engagement
Schedule volunteers to ensure adequate coverage for all child watch shifts
Provide ongoing support, guidance, and feedback to volunteers
Facilitate regular volunteer meetings and training sessions
Monitor volunteer performance and address any concerns
Maintain volunteer records and hours
Ensure all child watch areas meet safety standards and regulations
Maintain inventory of supplies and request replenishment as needed
Document and report any incidents or concerns related to children in the program
Attend regular staff meetings and contribute to program development
Communicate effectively with Mary's Home staff to ensure coordinated services