Childcare Worker

Description

 Responsibilities:

• Assists in the follow through of the daily educational plan within the classroom and plans activities. 
• Assists in setting up and maintaining a developmentally appropriate classroom environment including organization of space and material storage. 
• Completes required documentation and follow up activities. 
• Works in a team setting with other staff involved in meeting the needs of the child.
• Must complete 15 hours of professional development annually.
• Must maintain certifications for First Aid/CPR and Food Handlers.
• Must complete annual mandatory training requirements for health and safety and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.  
• Six months experience in a structured early childhood education setting (preschool, Head Start, Kindergarten, day-care center, etc.) and demonstrated skills to perform the duties of this position-OR- Documented satisfactory completion of a related Work Experience placement in and early childhood education setting, and demonstrated skills to perform the duties for this position –OR- 2 years of experience operating an in-home childcare with satisfactory employment and character references and demonstrated ability to perform the duties for this position. 
• Able to work effectively with families. 
• Able to use a positive approach in directing child behavior. 
• Able to work cooperatively as a team member 
• Must be able to satisfy a criminal record check, Department of Human Services (DHS) background check, and to enroll and maintain enrollment in the State of Oregon Criminal History Registry. 
• Must have a valid First Aid/CPR Card, Food Handlers card or be able to obtain it within 60 days of employment.