Childcare Attendant I or II

Cherokee Nation • Tahlequah, OK

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Attendant is responsible for the well-being of the children under their care. They are responsible for maintaining a safe and fun environment for young children to preteens. They must monitor the children to ensure that the children play and interact with one another in a safe and appropriate manner.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); no substitutions.
• No additional experience required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required within the first 90 days of hire.
• Must not be and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
• Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care.

Nice To Haves

• Conflict resolution
• Patience and empathy
• Organization
• Effective communication
• Adaptability
• Creativity
• Time Management
• Problem-solving
• Word Processing and Internet software
• POS system

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and fun environment for young children to preteens.
• Monitor children to ensure they play and interact with one another in a safe and appropriate manner.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED