Nursery Aide

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Kalamazoo, MI

104d

About The Position

The Nursery Aide is responsible to provide nurturing, age-appropriate care for children ages 0 – 5 and for implementing all aspects of nursery programming and operations. This role must ensure that all nursery operations follow The Salvation Army’s standards as well as federal, state, and local guidelines. Above all, this position supports and reflects the mission of The Salvation Army by nurturing children in an atmosphere of compassion and faith.

Requirements

High school diploma / GED; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Ability to interact with different personality types
Good communication skills, able to read and write proficiently
Self-starter and perform well with minimum supervision
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
Basic knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aide
Must have a current valid driver’s license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children and youth activities is desirable

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe, orderly, structured environment for infants and preschool children in the nursery.
Supervise children during all activities in the nursery
Implement programs for children in the nursery including weekly Christian curriculum, structured entertainment and food needs
Supervise the volunteers that are assigned to assist
Meet with supervisor weekly to review nursery operations
Check in and out the children so they are safely returned to their appropriate parents or guardians
Maintain a positive work atmosphere and communicate in a manner that fosters good communication and relationships with clients, co-workers and supervisors. This includes such actions as conflict resolution, courteousness, respect for others’ property and person, and professional and appropriate communication
Ensure the nursery space is cleaned at the end of each shift
Document injuries or issues as they arise, properly informing parents and Corps Officers
Maintain confidentiality and enforce Safe From Harm guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned