Position: Caregiver, Child Development Center - Bilingual Spanish Required

Department: Student Services

Program: Helensview School

Reports to: Building Principal

Classification/Range: Classified/Range 8

Schedule: 190 days per year, 7 hours per day

 

NATURE & SCOPE:

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable state and federal statutes.  This position carries no administrative authority or responsibility.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• To adhere to and implement guidelines set forth in Helensview High School Child Development Center procedures handbook.
• To implement and comply with rules set forth by State Child Care Division.
• To organize materials and implement activities that support the natural growth of the child and are designed for individual stages of development.
• To provide general care for children, including formula preparation, preparing and serving meals, snacks, diapering, cleaning, comforting, etc. in a manner that promotes child partici pation, cooperating and developmentally appropriate independence.
• To model positive interpersonal interactions with children, students, co-workers and others.
• To keep the classroom and other common areas clean, free of clutter and orderly.
• To maintain daily records and reports for each child.
• To communicate with high school student, provide records, information and observation on a daily basis regarding their child’s health and developmental activity.
• To keep Lead Caregiver/Supervisor/Principal informed in a timely manner of any areas with significant concern.
• To attend staff meetings as needed or requested.
• To adhere to the policies of the district and procedures of the department.

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• To perform other job-related duties as assigned by the school principal or which are indicated to assure the physical and emotional well-being of children and students.
• Provides back-up support to other positions in case of absence or work overload.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a Child Development Center ; involves lifting children weight up to 45 lbs.; and may involve exposure to contagious germs and other adverse conditions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• First Aid/CPR certification (Infant/Toddler)
• Food Handlers Card
• Demonstrated skill in communicating with others both written and oral
• Bilingual or multilingual in Spanish

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma, or G.E.D. with one year full-time paid work experience in a certified day care center or comparable group child care program in the care of infants/toddlers or any combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Mobility:  Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time.

• Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds.

• Vision:  Visual acuity to read and interpret written and electronic information.

• Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate objects, tools, or controls.

• Hearing/speaking: Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information so others will understand. 

• Emotional/Psychological: Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging situations, remain empathetic and understanding towards individuals with diverse backgrounds and needs, handle stress and pressure effectively, and adapt to change in the workplace. 

 

The description contained herein reflects general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be  considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned,  including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. 

 

This position is subject to board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable state and federal statutes. This position does not carry administrative authority. All commitments outside of authorized programs and services are subject to prior approval by the supervisor of this position.