Child Care Specialist 1

Description:

  • Support lead teachers working with children 18 months – 5 years
  • Prepare materials and equipment under the direction of a teacher or program manager
  • Assist with preparation, presentation and clean up of projects and activities such as art projects, bulletin boards, outdoor activities
  • Assist in serving and cleaning up after snacks and lunch, assist in child guidance, monitor rest time, assist in transitions between activities
  • May prepare food for children, clean food preparation area, wash dishes
  • May launder children’s bedding as well as disinfect classroom toys
  • May assist in organizational or administrative support tasks under the direction of program manager
  • Assist with the maintenance of a healthy, safe, developmentally appropriate environment

This position is good for Summer 24, Fall 24, Winter 25, Spring 25

Educational Benefit:

  • Develop skills in facilitating age appropriate environment for children 18 months – 5 years.
  • Opportunities for mentorship.
  • Teaching practices compliment courses in the ECE certificate and degree programs.
  • Develop skills in intercultural communication.
  • Develop professionalism.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be able to pass a Portable Background Check with the Department of Early Learning.
  • Proof of a negative TB test ( Mantoux).
  • Good physical health and able to lift up to 30 lbs.
  • Demonstrate good team building skills and willingness to learn new skills.
  • Obtain a Washington State Food Handlers Permit.
  • Obtain Child/Adult First Aid/CPR/AED certificate
  • Obtain Initial Training Requirement through DCYF

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