Childcare Aide
1 month ago
*** This job is located in Indiantown at 14557 SW 174th Crt., Indiantown, FL 34956.*****
Provide a safe learning environment and care for children at the KinDoo Center for Enrichment. Conduct developmentally appropriate curricula and learning activities to support early literacy and social/emotional development. Work closely with other HOH Departments, and volunteers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide basic care for children to include setting schedules/routines and cleaning room/toys, etc.
- Conduct developmentally appropriate curricula and learning activities to support early literacy and social/emotional development under the guidance of the Director of Enrichment & Engagement.
- Ensure all policies and procedures relating to childcare are being followed.
- Communicate with parents/caregivers of children as needed.
- Utilize positive classroom behavior management strategies.
- Keep records relating to child care.
- Provide support to fellow department team members, as well as outside departments, as needed.
- Attend training as requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to maintain a caring and compassionate attitude when interacting with and caring for children.
- Bilingual preferred.
- Must possess the stamina to keep up with the demands of young children.
- Must be attentive to the needs and safety of children.
- Ability to organize, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with volunteers.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion; maintain the confidentiality of clients, coworkers, and agency.
- Ability to relate well to individuals of all backgrounds and socio-economic levels.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, donors, volunteers, and, co-workers.
- Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
- Ability to operate and use general office equipment.
- Ability to maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and dress appropriately for the position.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Compliance with House of Hope policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to read, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and walk. The employee also is occasionally required to climb and balance.
The employee must frequently need to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision.
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in outside weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Hours: 13 Hours a week
Tuesday: 9 am to 1 pm
Thursday: 9 am to 12 pm
Friday: 9 am to 12 pm
Sometimes there are Wednesday morning All-Staff meetings in Sturat.
Company DescriptionHouse of Hope has been providing basic human needs for struggling people in Martin County, Florida, since 1984. A nonprofit community service agency, House of Hope provides its core service programs at each of its four locations: Stuart, Hobe Sound, Indiantown, and Jensen Beach. We empower people to overcome hunger and hardship through basic needs and life skills. We are the largest food provider through our food bank and pantry services.Company DescriptionHouse of Hope has been providing basic human needs for struggling people in Martin County, Florida, since 1984. A nonprofit community service agency, House of Hope provides its core service programs at each of its four locations: Stuart, Hobe Sound, Indiantown, and Jensen Beach. We empower people to overcome hunger and hardship through basic needs and life skills. We are the largest food provider through our food bank and pantry services.
