POSITION SUMMARY:

The Child Care Aide is responsible for assisting the childcare Work/Teacher in maintaining the quality and effectiveness of the Tilden Hall Child Care Center. A Tier II facility, the childcare Worker/Teacher will be working with homeless children transiting to long-term permanent housing. The Head teacher will coordinate daily activities for children and is responsible for preparing a schedule reflecting planned activities. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Through the employee’s own efforts, the employee accomplishes the following essential functions:

1. Assist in the implantation of the childcare and parenting program to include recreation and educational activities for the children and their mother, demonstrating effective child rearing techniques. Ensure the timely commencement and closure of daily nursery activities.
2. Participate effectively in the implementation of the childcare program that will provide sound educational goals that is appropriate to the age and development level of children, which will enable them to make the most of future educational opportunities,
3. Assist with the cooperative childcare schedule that will encourage the parents to be involved in the childcare program. Develop and maintain positive working relationship with the parents residing in the facility. Respect the confidential nature of all information about parents residing in the facility. Respect the confidential nature of all information about the parents and children making sure to relay all pertinent information to supervisors.
4. Ensure safety and proper care of the children during program hours of operation. Teach children personal hygiene and ensure that children’s needs are being met regarding hygiene. Provide a constant learning atmosphere for all children. Engage the children in educational and recreational activities both indoors and outside the program. 
5. Regularly inspect recreational areas and all equipment for safety inspections. Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment. Plan and supervise the appropriate arrangement of classroom equipment and furniture to endure the safety of all children involved in the program. 
6. Work with the recreational Specialist to ensure proper development for programming for all the children of Tilden Hall. Assist volunteers working with children in the facility whether in-house or outside persons.
7. Daily inspection, observation, and documentation of possible injuries of children prior to entering the program, documentation of ay medical problems. Participate wherever feasible in relater training opportunities as they become available. Attend all staff meeting and participation and work.
8.  Perform other job duties and special projects assigned by management. 

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual demonstrates the following competencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or ability required. 

1. Minimum Required Education & Experience:
   • HS Diploma or GED required.
   • 2 years of clerical or administrative experience.
   • CPR certified
   • Food Handlers Certificate
2. Preferred Education & Experience:
   • 2 years of college preferred.
3. Computer Skills:
   • Proficient in computer software programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, CARES, etc.)
4. Language skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Writes simple correspondence; Presents information in one-on-one and small groups situations outside stakeholders, clients and other employees.