Assistant Childcare Professional

Job Details: Job Location: Academy of Art and Learning at 375 - Vernon, CT 06066, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Education Level: Not Specified, Job Purpose:

The Assistant Childcare Professional at ACADEMY OF ART AND LEARNING CHILDCARE LLC is responsible for providing nurturing and attentive care to children, ensuring a safe and supportive environment that fosters their growth and development. This role requires a compassionate individual who can engage with children in a loving manner while maintaining a structured and timely routine.

Key Responsibilities:

• Arrive on time and prepared to provide consistent and reliable care to children.
• Offer loving supervision and maintain a secure environment for all children in your care.
• Assist in implementing daily activities that promote the physical, emotional, and intellectual development of children.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff to support the needs of the children and the goals of the childcare center.
• Demonstrate a high level of patience and understanding in all interactions with children.
• Ensure all activities and interactions comply with the center's policies and procedures.
• Participate in regular training and development opportunities to enhance childcare skills and knowledge.

Qualifications: Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in childcare settings
• Demonstrated ability to provide loving supervision and care to children

Required Skills and Abilities:

• High level of patience and understanding when interacting with children
• Strong time management skills to ensure punctuality and reliability
• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with children and collaborate with parents and colleagues
• Ability to create a safe and nurturing environment for children
• Basic understanding of child development and age-appropriate activities