The Campus Ministries Worker works in coordination with the classroom teacher to carry out the learning experiences that will help children develop socially, spiritually, intellectually, physically and emotionally.

• Implement the daily program while following the daily schedule as closely as possible.
• Always supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, being alert to the needs and/or problems of the children as individuals and as a group. Alert the CMD/Site Coordinator of potential problems. When applicable, complete an Incident and Accident form.
• Assist in planning a developmentally appropriate curriculum, including activities and experiences contributing to each child’s growth and development. Supervise activities and play with the children.
• Assist in submitting monthly calendars to the Director and distribute them to parents, as needed.
• Assist in decorating the classroom with bulletin boards, pictures, children’s artwork, and other hangings.
• Maintain the organization of classroom materials and equipment.
• Maintain order of classroom supplies. Advise the Director when supplies need to replenish.
• Prepare a snack for the children and sit with them while they eat it.
• Evaluate each child’s special needs and attempt to meet them in concurrence with the Director/Coordinator.
• Greet the parents at arrival and departure times. Encourage and welcome parents to be involved in the Center’s activities.
• Assist in conducting individual conferences with the parents of each child when needed.
• Conform to meet NY State Day care regulations regarding teacher in-service training.
• Be familiar with and follow all Campus Ministries policies.
• Be familiar with and follow NY state daycare regulations.
• Keep the Director/ Site Coordinator informed in advance of program needs.
• Attend regular staff planning and evaluation meetings.
• Daily supervision and help with classroom cleanup, vacuuming, and laundering of rest linens as needed.
• Handle discipline promptly and in accordance with the stated policy on discipline.
• Check each child daily for visible signs of illness and report it to the Director/Site Coordinator.
• Maintain Campus Ministries’ health policies.
• Support and assist in the overall spiritual development of the CFOT children.
• Must be available to work on Sundays, as required.
• Provide transportation to Campus Ministries’ children in Salvation Army vehicles assigned to Campus Ministries.
• Perform any additional duties centered around the children’s care as requested by the Director.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $15.00 - $17.50 per hour

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Suffern, NY 10901 (Required)

Work Location: In person