What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Summer Childcare Provider position at Curiosity First Early Education Program?
Job Title: Lead Summer Childcare Provider
Reports To: Program Director
Supervises: Assists Assigned Students
Dates: June 2, 2026 - August 20, 2026
Compensation: $19.50/hour,
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours/wk, between 7:30a - 5:45p
Summary
The Curiosity First Early Education Program is hiring an experienced Lead Summer Childcare Provider to uphold our values and provide a high-quality early childhood educational experience for young children and their families. Educators at Curiosity First use their experience and knowledge of child development to ensure that each child’s cognitive, physical, emotional, language, and cultural needs are met. The education staff at this program provide a well-rounded education for each child by developing partnerships with parents and achieving curriculum standards.
Qualification:
· Minimum Education
Associates Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field 6 months of experience
Or,
Child Development Associate (CDA) 2 years of experience
Or,
High School Diploma or GED 4 years of experience
· Minimum Experience
6 months experience working with children 5 - 12 years old in an Early Childhood Education or School setting (required)
CPR Certification - pediatric first aid; and pediatric, child, and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Essential Job Functions
Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
Job Function and Responsibilities
1. Providing classroom support, management, and supervision of all assigned children.
2. Implementation of the High Scope Curriculum
-Lesson planning
-Conduct large and small group activities
3. Implement all program health and safety standards.
4. Provide age-appropriate adult-child interactions.
5. Provide age-appropriate guidance and direction.
6. Greet parents, address parent concerns and communicate parent concerns to the Director.
7. Complete assigned classroom daily sheets.
8. Assist children with diapering and toileting in an age-appropriate manner observing all health and safety standards.
9. Ensure classroom setup is conducive to learning.
10. Ensure classroom materials are clean, unbroken, and age-appropriate.
11. Attend all mandatory meetings, workshops, and conferences.
12. Participate in parent engagement events as assigned.
13. Ensure each child is signed-in and out daily.
14. Complete daily meal point of service forms as assigned.
15. Work as a member of a team.
16. Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40lbs on a regular basis, and have the ability to bend easily at the knees. Must be able to sit, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods of time.
Pay: $19.50 per hour
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20