What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Childcare Provider position at Stratford Early Learning Center?
Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as a Part-Time Childcare Provider, where your passion for nurturing and educating young children will make a meaningful difference in their lives. In this role, you will create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for children of various ages, including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Your energy and enthusiasm will help foster their growth, development, and curiosity while ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. This position offers flexible hours perfect for individuals eager to contribute positively to early childhood experiences while balancing other commitments.
Duties
- Supervise children during playtime, meals, naps, and structured activities to ensure safety and engagement.
- Implement age-appropriate activities that promote childhood development, including educational games, arts and crafts, and sensory play.
- Maintain a clean and organized childcare environment in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Communicate regularly with parents or guardians about their child's progress, behaviors, and daily activities to foster trust and transparency.
- Follow all mandated reporting laws to report any concerns related to child safety or well-being promptly and appropriately.
- Administer basic first aid or pediatric first aid when necessary to address minor injuries or health issues swiftly.
- Support children with special needs or disabilities by adapting activities and providing personalized care as needed.
Skills
- Proven experience working with children in daycare centers, preschools, babysitting, nannying, or similar settings.
- Strong knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education techniques.
- Certification in first aid and CPR (Child and Pediatric First Aid preferred) to ensure preparedness for emergencies.
- Familiarity with special education strategies and experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Excellent classroom management skills to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Effective communication skills for parent interaction and team collaboration.
- Ability to handle behavior management with patience, consistency, and understanding.
- Knowledge of mandated reporting laws related to child safety concerns.
Join us in creating enriching experiences that support children's growth while enjoying a flexible schedule in a nurturing environment! We are committed to paying all our team members fairly for their valuable contributions—because every caring adult deserves recognition for making a difference in young lives.
Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 – 35.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $14