Daycare Provider

Position: 

Daycare Provider

Supervisor:

Building Principal and Daycare Supervisor

Work Site:

Assigned School

Summary:

Responsible for the ongoing care of children in the daycare facility in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the district.  Assist the daycare director in maintaining a high standard of childcare and supervision while providing a learning environment for early childhood development.  Assist the early childhood teacher to reach learning objectives by working with individual children as well as small groups to help them achieve skills and milestones.  Perform such duties as delegated by the daycare director, the building principal and or the superintendent

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize a variety of data sources to make informed decisions for enhancing the daycare classroom environment leading towards continuous improvement.
• Assists in implementing a daycare improvement process that ensures child safety, strives towards excellence, and enhances early childhood learning.
• Collaborate in the development of and implementation of the daycare and classroom mission consistent and aligned with the mission and goals of the school and district.
• Assist the early childhood teacher in planning, implementing, and monitoring activities that encourage children to be actively involved in the learning process.
• Ensure that early childhood guidelines set forth by licensing requirements and the state health departments are followed in daily routines.
• Greet each child and his/her parent as they enter the daycare.
• Assist parents in morning activities such as labeling bottles, organizing their children’s belongings, completing paperwork, etc.
• Feed infants and toddlers and change diapers.
• Assist parents in their transition out of the daycare.
• Maintain the daycare facilities in accordance with New Mexico licensing requirements, i.e., laundry, equipment washing, toy care, etc.
• Periodic cleaning of the facility.
• Chart each child’s activity for the day (i.e., feeding, diapering, and napping).
• Assist with the supervision of high school practicum students.
• Serve as a role model for teen parents.
• Inform the daycare director/building administrator of needed supplies.
• Comply with all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, Public Education Department guidelines and local, state and federal laws.
• Accept other responsibilities and duties assigned by supervisor
• Support district and school efforts to keep CCSD safe and secure
• Complete and comply with all required trainings annually
• Adhere to NM Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession (NMAC 6.60.9.8)
• Other duties as assigned, reasonably related to the scope of the position

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• CDA credential or equivalent education/experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Dine language, culture, and history preferred
• Good communication skills and customer service skills
• Current CPR certification
• Current 1st Aide certification
• Food Handler’s certification

Physical/Job Requirements:

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, reaching, kneeling, driving a vehicle, traveling long distances, writing, typing, word processing, reading, researching information, and effective communication skills.

Safety and Health:

• Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions
• Completed and cleared background check
• Pass drug test if required for position
• Knowledge and compliance with district and school Safety Plans

Equipment/Material Handled:

• Multimedia equipment, including current technology
• Equipment/materials relevant to the job responsibilities
• Valid driver license and insurable by district if necessary

Work Environment:

• Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature and air quality
• Work interruptions
• Flexibility
• Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision
• Must complete applications and assignments within the timeframes allowed
• Extended work hours, on occasion

Term of Employment:

• Non-Exempt