Welcome to Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center. We are happy that you are interested in working with us. Being part of the team will be a rewarding experience. Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center is committed to creating a work environment that treats employees politely and with respect and dignity. In return, it is expected that employees exercise the same towards the children, parents, other employees and administrators.
WE’RE HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:
You will be responsible for creating and implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate activities for children aged [Age Range, e.g., 1-3 years]. You will work collaboratively with fellow teachers to provide a warm and supportive learning environment, fostering children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Responsibilities:
1. Develop and implement engaging daily lesson plans that align with our curriculum and promote children’s learning.
2. Create a safe, stimulating, and organized classroom environment that encourages exploration and discovery.
3. Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
4. Observe and assess children’s progress, documenting their development and communicating with parents.
5. Implement positive behavior management techniques to create a harmonious classroom atmosphere.
6. Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
7. Maintain accurate records of attendance, observations, and assessments.
8. Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and parent-teacher conferences.
9. Maintain a clean and organized classroom.
10. Follow all licensing and safety regulations.
Qualifications:
1. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred).
2. 2 years of experience working with preschool-aged children.
3. Knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
4. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
5. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
6. Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with young children.
7. Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
8. Background check clearance.
Benefits:
1. Competitive salary commensurate with experience and education.
2. A supportive and collaborative work environment.
3. The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young children.
4. Federal Holidays paid.
5. One week vacation paid.
Job Description & Requirements:
Child Care Workers at Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center are responsible for the well-being of the children under their care. They must monitor the children all day to ensure that they play and interact with one another in a safe and appropriate manner. Some of their typical duties include:
1. Ensuring the children have good hygiene and changing diapers as necessary.
2. Cleaning interactive areas throughout the day.
3. Preparing meals and snacks for the kids.
4. Organizing activities and developing curriculum for older children.
5. Developing a schedule for the children to maintain throughout the day.
6. Keeping records of each child’s progress, interests and any problems that may occur.
7. Maintaining contact with the children’s parents and contacting them in the case of an emergency.
8. Constructively participate in team meetings and supervision.
9. Maintain confidential student information.
All staff are expected to be knowledgeable with the Minimum Standards for Childcare within New York State. Failure to adhere to these policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Staff at our childcare center must be 18 years or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Each staff member must be certified in First Aide/CPR and Infant CPR. All staff members must have all state documents filled out and completed in their files.
Training Requirements:
All staff are expected to be knowledgeable with the Minimum Standards for Childcare within New York State. Failure to adhere to these policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Each staff member must complete 15 hours of training during the first six months of registration and at least 30 hours of training every 2 years. Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete State-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service 15 hours of training during the first six months of registration and at least 30 hours of training every 2 years. All staff members must complete the following training: 1) CPR/First Aid 2) Shaken Baby Syndrome 3) Mandated Reporter. The staff members will be trained on their own time. All staff will also be responsible for knowing the locations of all fire exits and the emergency evacuation plans.
Criminal Background Check:
Completed prior to the employee’s first day of employment and annually thereafter, that does not reveal any information which may preclude the person’s employment. A complete caregiver background check including the results of any subsequent investigation related to information obtained as part of the background check within 60 days of employment. Staff must be supervised at all time until a background check is completed.
Experience:
Required
Languages:
English – Advanced
Employment:
Full-time
Salary:
$35 – $37 hourly
Starting time:
Immediate start!
About Ready Set Grow Child Care Center:
Welcome to Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center. We are happy that you are interested in working with us. Being part of the team will be a rewarding experience. Ready Set Grow! Child Care Center is committed to creating a work environment.
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