Instructional Assistant - Child Care

Charles County Public Schools•Waldorf, MD

11d•$3 - $7•Onsite

About The Position

Model best practices while working with a team of childcare providers in a mixed-age group (2–5-year-olds), implementing small group lessons for two-five-year-olds, and mentor high school students enrolled in the Child Development Professions CTE Program in a licensed childcare program.

Requirements

Two years of experience working as a lead teacher primarily with preschoolers in a licensed childcare center
Meets Lead Teacher qualifications from MSDE
Must hold CURRENT MSDE Office of Child Care Personal Qualification Evaluation
Understands developmental stages and milestones from infancy through age twelve, major theories of child development, and how children learn.
Understands methods of assessment and observation techniques used to observe and evaluate children.
Understands inclusionary practices based on national standards and best practices in early childhood.
Understands the impact of health, nutrition, family, and parenting styles on child growth and development.
Understands the influence of culture and community on child development.
Understands the responsibilities of identifying and reporting incidents of child abuse and neglect.
Sufficient education to have basic skills in reading, record keeping, and arithmetic.
Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of duties and responsibilities listed below.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with children, secondary students, and parents.
Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of adults in implementing the curriculum for young children.
Ability to collaborate effectively with school personnel and students.
Current First Aid and CPR certified
Completed Fingerprinting and Criminal Background Clearance

Nice To Haves

Associate or higher degree or CDA preferred
ADA Training or be willing to complete it within 90 days of hire
Basic Health and Safety Trainings/Update or willing to complete within 90 days of hire
Medication Administration Training or willing to complete within 90 days of hire
Have medical form completed within the 6 months or complete within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

Participates in parent communication and occasional family events in the evening.
Maintains all MSDE Office of Childcare licensing requirements.
Mentors high school students (observations and feedback).
Implements Creative Curriculum Teaching Strategies & Second Step Social-Emotional Development.
Implements strategies for positive child guidance and disciples based on theory and best practices.
Proficient in computer usage.
Willing to work as a team member.
Flexible with hours and duties.
Willing to take initiative.
Communicates effectively with staff, high school students, parents, and children.
Understands and demonstrates professionalism.
Performs related duties as required by the Childcare Teacher/Principal.
Performs related duties as assigned by the manager.