Child Care Attendant

Do you love working with children and making a positive difference every day? Join our team as a Child Care Attendant and help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. This is a rewarding opportunity for compassionate, dependable individuals who are passionate about supporting children and their development. Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 2:27 pm Pay: $19.29 per hour Position Summary The Child Care Attendant is responsible for providing direct supervision, support, and care to children in educational, recreational, and community-based settings. The ideal candidate will foster a positive atmosphere, encourage appropriate social interactions, and ensure the safety and well-being of all children in their care. Essential Responsibilities ✅ Supervise and actively engage children throughout daily activities ✅ Assist children with personal care needs and daily routines as needed ✅ Promote positive behavior and reinforce healthy social interactions ✅ Monitor children's safety, well-being, and participation throughout the day ✅ Assist with educational, recreational, and enrichment activities ✅ Support reading, homework, and skill-building exercises ✅ Encourage independence while providing guidance and assistance ✅ Help children develop communication, teamwork, and conflict-resolution skills ✅ Observe and document behaviors, incidents, and developmental progress ✅ Report concerns regarding child safety, health, or behavior to supervisors ✅ Support children during community outings, field trips, and special events ✅ Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment ✅ Collaborate effectively with staff, families, and other professionals ✅ Follow all childcare, safety, and supervision procedures ✅ Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• Previous 3-5 year childcare, youth development, education, caregiving, camp counseling, or related experience preferred
• Experience working with children of various ages is highly desirable

Skills & Abilities ✔ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ✔ Patience, compassion, and a positive attitude ✔ Ability to work effectively with children from diverse backgrounds ✔ Strong observation and problem-solving skills ✔ Ability to follow written and verbal instructions ✔ Dependability, professionalism, and strong work ethic ✔ Ability to work independently and as part of a team ✔ Commitment to maintaining a safe and nurturing environment Employment Requirements

All candidates must successfully complete the following prior to employment:

• Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprint Screening
• Tuberculosis (TB) Test / TB Clearance
• Valid government-issued photo identification
• Ability to pass all client and site-specific pre-employment requirements

Why Join Us? 🌈 Make a lasting impact in the lives of children 🤝 Work alongside a supportive and dedicated team 📚 Gain valuable experience in childcare and youth development 🎉 Enjoy meaningful and rewarding work ⭐ Help children build confidence, independence, and lifelong skills If you're caring, energetic, and passionate about helping children succeed, we encourage you to apply today! 🧸✨