Daycare Coordinator

JOB GOAL/POSITION OVERVIEW: To create an engaging, developmentally appropriate atmosphere where children build foundational skills, independence, and confidence, while safely implementing program activities and fulfilling administrative duties assigned by the Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood or equivalent;
• Proficient in Excel
• Evidence of good leadership and citizenship qualities, and an interest in children;
• Ability to communicate well with adults and children;
• Experience working in day care/pre-school;
• Bilingual preferred (in English and Spanish);
• Ability to conduct group activities in a fun, safe, and instructive atmosphere;
• Prior job-related experience of three or more years;
• Have a First Aid card, as requested by supervisor;
• Ability to qualify for licensed Day Care and to assist in the process/continuation of a licensing a Day Care;
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications, as the Board may find appropriate and

REPORTS TO:

• School Principal

JOB GOAL:

• To safely conduct program activities, and various tasks related to the program as assigned by the Principal.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Notify school/department when absent according to contract specifications; and
• Adhere to arrival, rest periods and departure

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the preparation, set-up, and clean-up of activities;
• Supervise groups of children/students, handle discipline according to District policy and procedures;
• Maintaining a safe and clean environment for children, students and staff;
• Routinely design and update play stations, learning centers, and daily schedule transitions to target key developmental milestones;
• Planning and keeping the daily activities running smoothly;
• Responsibly interact with children and staff and help create a friendly atmosphere;
• Model and reinforce positive behaviors that build self-advocacy and confidence.
• Instruct children in health and personal habits such as eating, resting, and toileting;
• Support children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self- concept;
• Attend staff trainings and program meetings as required by Principal;
• Conduct the record keeping for the program, and maintain daily records on all students/children;
• Enforce safety protocols, headcounts, active supervision guidelines, and sanitation procedures;
• Act as a trainer/mentor to other staff;
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships – Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and communicating clearly with parents, supervisors, and coworkers;
• Provide academic support and readiness for children/students;
• Supervise the program each day; and
• The coordinator will be required to have the following characteristics and/or skills:
• Personable and friendly
• Retain confidential information
• Organizational ability
• Neat and orderly
• Punctual
• Supportive of district programs
• Regular attendance
• Other duties as

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• In an 5-hour day, employee may stand/walk 4-6 hours; sit 1-4 hours; and/or drive 1-4 hours;
• Employee may use hands for repetitive grasping (i.e., filing), pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds of equipment, and fine manipulation (i.e., keyboard); and
• Employeemayneedtobend,twist,stoop,reachoverhead,squat,climbstairsandlift

In an 7.5-hour day, employee may

• Stand/Walk 5-6 Hours
• Drive 1-2 Hours
• Sit 3-4 Hours
• Stoop/Squat/Bend 1-2 Hours
• Lift/Carry 1-2 Hours Up to a weight of 50 lbs
• Climb Stairs Occasionally
• Bend, twist, stoop, reach overhead, squat Occasionally
• Use hands for repetitive motions Frequently
• Use feet for repetitive movements Frequently

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

According to Board policy and procedures, master contract, and school calendar.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy and established procedures.

Note: If hired, no unauthorized comments or postings about district business or students are allowed on social media.