What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHILD CARE PROVIDER position at MISSISSIPPI ACTION FOR PROGRESS INC?
- Observe children daily for health concerns to include signs of child abuse or neglect; report concerns immediately to EHS Director and record, as appropriate, in manual records.
- Adhere to cleaning and disinfecting guidelines for health and safety of both children and providers in accordance with procedures set forth in operational manual.
- Provide for daily hand-washing and tooth-brushing in accordance with established hygiene procedures.
- Prior to children’s arrival, conduct visual inspection of classroom to assure at a minimum, emergency lighting is in good working order, electrical outlets are covered and that equipment and materials present no safety threat to human life; report concerns immediately to EHS Director.
- Assure daily walk-through of playground areas is conducted prior to children’s outdoor activities in the absence of custodial staff.
- A minimum educational requirement of Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a
related area that includes a minimum of six (6) classes focusing on infant/toddler development.
- Two years experience in preschool classroom with ability to adapt curriculum to meet the needs of all children
including at-risk, special needs, gifted, and culturally diverse populations.
- Oral and written communication skills which facilitate and support positive feedback from parents and between staff at all operational levels. Ability to relate to clients from diverse populations.
- Strong computer skills to include spreadsheets, databases, presentation and word processing.
Salary : $22,057 - $30,986