Childcare Assistant Group Leader - Early Childhood

Chandler USD 80•Chandler, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in providing quality child care in a nurturing, safe environment using developmentally appropriate curriculum. This role involves working with children in the Lil Explorers Early Childhood Program, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining a safe and clean learning environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer and related software
Satisfactory criminal background check
Negative TB test required upon hire

Responsibilities

Assist Childcare Teacher with supervising children in the Lil Explorers Early Childhood Program, meal time, lesson plans, bathroom and emergency drills
Assist Childcare Teacher with developing and creating bulletin boards, lesson plans and classroom displays
Assist students with various physical, emotional and educational needs
Alert the supervisor to any problem or special information about a student
Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employed
Be flexible and perform other duties relating to general job function as assigned by supervisor
Work in collaboration with Group Leader staff to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.
Keep educational materials, equipment and the general room environment neat, safe and clean.
Accept responsibility for students well being and safety while they are in employee's care
Be alert to and report the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon daily observation
Operate and care for school district's equipment properly
Follow district policies as outlined
Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors
Participate in a minimum of 18 training hours per year
Maintain/Obtain CPR/First Aid Certification as required by program