Child Development Center - Educator

CARC • Carlsbad, NM

2d

About The Position

The Childhood Development Center Educator, also known as a Day Care Worker, plays a vital role in providing high-quality care and education to children in the CARC daycare setting. They create a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow and develop essential skills.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to pass all required background checks.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong passion and dedication for working with children and supporting their growth and development.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with children, parents and colleagues.
• Patience, compassion and a nurturing nature.
• Ability to create engaging and stimulating activities for children of different ages and developmental stages.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a childcare setting.
• First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the varying needs of children and their families.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for children in the daycare center.
• Create and implement age-appropriate educational activities and programs that promote child development in areas such as language, social-emotional skills, cognitive abilities and physical growth.
• Engage with children in play-based learning activities that foster creativity, problem- solving and self-expression.
• Establish positive and supportive relationships with children and their families, promoting open communication and collaboration.
• Ensure the well-being of every child by monitoring their health, safety and dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean and organized daycare environment, including sanitizing toys and equipment regularly.
• Observe and document children's behaviors, growth and milestones to inform parents and caregivers of their child's progress.
• Collaborate with other daycare team members to plan and coordinate daily routines, schedules and special events.
• Attend to children's personal needs, including feeding, diapering and naptime.
• Uphold all daycare policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality and following licensing regulations.

Benefits

• Insurance - Health, Dental, Vision and Life
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees