Childcare Instructor

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Instructor, Childcare Program

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Hourly position for school calendar year.

Extended Day School Programs

Hours are: After School 2:00-6:30 PM, 

JOB SUMMARY:

To ensure quality care for each child in grades K-5 enrolled in WCE Childcare Programs (Before and After School) at Miller-Driscoll and Cider Mill Schools, while assisting in the planning and implementation of engaging, age-appropriate, and relevant activities that support program goals. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent/some college preferred.
• Prior experience working with children.
• Experience planning and organizing child related educational and recreational activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer experience required including computers/laptops, Google Classroom, Schoology, , Zoom, Smart Boards, tablets, mobile devices for streamlining educational online videos, researching and downloading educational apps; supervising Technology Lab activities, and assisting with remote learning.
• Ability to work closely with instructors, students, parents, office staff, custodians and administration, in a school setting.

REQUIRED TRAINING:

• Back to Work Protocol Training (new) - online
• Anti-Bullying Safe School Climate (yearly) - online
• DCF Mandated Reporter (every 3 years) - online (State of CT)
• Darkness to Light (every 3 years) - online
• Sexual Harassment Training (every 10 years - or yearly depending on program being used by school)
• OSHA Training - date to follow when provided by school nurse

• CT Childcare and CPR certification, renewed bi-annually, or as required by the State of CT/Red Cross for the duration of employment.
• Training in the EPI-Pens and inhalers for students enrolled in the programs.

REPORTS TO:

MANAGER, AND ASSISTANT MANAGER EXTENDED DAY CHILDCARE PROGRAMS, and ASSISTANT COORDINATOR, WCE.

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing individual and group instructional and recreational activities, age-appropriate games, and projects for children that aim to develop social, emotional, intellectual, and physical skills.
2. Guide, encourage and aid students in completion of projects, including group projects such as Program bulletin boards as well as individual craft projects scheduled throughout the year.
3. Supervise Technology Lab activities, homework and reading time. 
4. Actively engage students in Responsive Classroom activities and ice breaker games, orientation activities, and/or afternoon meetings.
5. Ensure child safety and uphold safety standards for the Programs as outlined in the WCE Policies and Procedures and Emergency Operations Plan.
6. Maintain appropriate communication with Lead Instructors and Program Managers regarding parent, child, or teacher concerns as well as incidents and accidents.
7. Assist Lead Instructors in immediately reporting any incidents and accidents to Extended Day Managers.
8. Assist in maintaining equipment/supply log etc.

In addition, support the lead instructor in the following areas:

1. Provide nurturing, supportive, and inclusive approaches to all children.
2. Monitor recess and gym time assuring safety and following rules.
3. Assist in providing structure and routine in daily programs.
4. Provide positive approach and behavior redirection, as appropriate.
5. Communicate with and provide excellent customer service to children and families.
6. Provide direction and supervision to high school aides working in the programs.
7. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
8. Performs other related duties as required or requested by Lead Instructor and/or Program Managers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to be active with the children at all locations of program: playground, gym, cafeteria and/or classroom.
• Ability to actively assist students with getting ready for outdoor activities such as putting on jackets, zippers, snow boots, backpacks, gloves, scarves, etc.
• Ability to quickly and efficiently move children throughout program activities, school building or outside areas as necessary for emergency purposes.
• Ability to hear, and understand elementary-aged children.
• Ability to sit on the floor or at tables with students.

Wilton Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified persons.

Wilton Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information & testing, Family & Medical Leave status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

Wilton Public Schools prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.