Child Care Aide - Jean Tyson Child Development Study Center Operations B
This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found
Summary of Job Duties:The role of the childcare aide/substitute is to supplement the quality of the child care program by assisting in the classroom, kitchen, and administrative offices when needed. The childcare aide/substitute will assist the lead and assistant educators in all tasks related to managing the classroom which include but are not limited to: providing positive and effective guidance to children; comforting children; redirecting unsafe activities to more productive activities; actively engaging with children by talking, listening, and playing with children; assisting teachers in supervision of children during indoor and outdoor play; assisting with all classroom routines including cleaning classroom areas and materials, toileting/diapering, hand washing, and serving meals; conducting activities with children that are prepared by educators; following all Center's policies and standards.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
At least one year of experience working with young children between the ages of 8 weeks and 5 years
Available for regularly scheduled shifts between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Available for on-call shifts to meet the needs of unexpected absences or illnesses
Must commit to a minimum of 10 hours a week
Preferred Qualifications:
Higher education or training in Early Childhood Education or closely related field
At least two or more years working with young children
Experience working in a licensed and/or accredited child care center
Additional Information:
Salary Information:
$11.00
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Shelley McNally, smcnally@uark.edu; Executive Director of Education Programs