Child Care Associate

• Position Summary
  
  

The Child Care Associate is responsible for assisting the Child Development Program staff in providing basic care and supervision in a structured and developmentally appropriate environment. Child Care Associate will model positive supportive interactions with children.

• Core Job Responsibilities:****
• Agency Commitment and Awareness
• Creativity
• Responsibility
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Financial Awareness
• Essential Job Duties:
• Learning Environment****
• Under the direction of the Child Development Supervisor, implement daily lesson plans by supervising and working with individual and groups of children.
• Assists in the preparation and clean up of activities, meals, special projects, etc.
• Supervise age appropriate activities for children.
• Provide a safe learning environment through the use of consistent limits, appropriate positive guidance techniques, and respectful attitudes and actions.
• Provide support to parents regarding positive guidance techniques.
• Ensure that children are supervised at all times in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
• Provide an atmosphere for children to develop positive self-esteem and pride by incorporating culturally sensitive activities and representations in room displays.
  
  

**Program Support**

• Maintain all files and information in accordance with Confidentiality Policies and Procedures.
• Work cooperatively with volunteers, interns, and others providing agency and client services.
• Participate in in-service training and other meetings as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalency required.
• Early Childhood Credential and/or CDA preferred.
• One (1) year professional experience in an Early Childhood setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development, birth through adolescent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the issues affecting children of parents who abuse alcohol and other drugs.
• Demonstrated organization skills and ability to meet time deadlines.
• Experience maintaining agency and client confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds.
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urrent TB test required, physical and CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.

• Municipality of Anchorage Licensing Requirements:
  
  

Must be at least 21 years of age, (7AAC 57.320, ability to be left alone with clients in program).

Must have three (3) written references.

Work schedule will be Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm, (Full Time 40 hours a week).

Must maintain Pediatric CPR / First Aid throughout employment.

Must receive 24 hours of in-person training annually.

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